Which of the Following Is a TRUE Statement

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

• A) The patellae are the largest of what are called sesamoid bones, which develop within tendons.
• B) Bones are not classified according to their shape.
• C) Irregular bones include the temporal and frontal bones.
• D) Short bones include the bones of the forearm, the radius and ulna.
• E) Long bones are extremely straight so that they can absorb stress.

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