he carpometacarpal joint of the thumb.*1 pointA. Saddle jointB. Hinge jointC. Pivot jointD. Gliding joint
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he carpometacarpal joint of the thumb.*1 pointA. Saddle jointB. Hinge jointC. Pivot jointD. Gliding joint
Solution
The carpometacarpal joint of the thumb is a type of joint known as a saddle joint. So, the answer is A. Saddle joint. This type of joint allows for movement in two directions, similar to the movements of a rider on a saddle. The thumb can move forward and backward, as well as side to side, but it cannot rotate around its long axis like a pivot joint.
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