Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Functions

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the functions of the skeletal system?

• A)The rib cage protects the intestines.
• B)Muscles are not attached to bones; they are responsible for movement.
• C)The bones of the ribs, wrists, and ankles hold up the body.
• D)The vertebral column protects the spinal cord.
• E)Tendons support and hold bones together.

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