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Why is anatomical position important?
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Anatomical Position
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Which of the following is/are NOT included in the axial part of the body?
A
the neck
B
the head
C
the upper limbs
D
the trunk
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Understand the definition of the axial part of the body. The axial skeleton includes the head, neck, and trunk, which are the central parts of the body.
Identify the components listed in the problem: the neck, the head, the upper limbs, and the trunk.
Compare each component to the definition of the axial part of the body. The neck, head, and trunk are part of the axial skeleton.
Recognize that the upper limbs are not part of the axial skeleton. They belong to the appendicular skeleton, which includes the limbs and girdles.
Conclude that the upper limbs are the correct answer as they are not included in the axial part of the body.
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