A Blow to the Shoulder Often Breaks the Clavicle, but Very

question 170

Multiple Choice

A blow to the shoulder often breaks the clavicle, but very seldom breaks the scapula. Which of the following statements best explains why this is so?

• A) The scapula is larger than the clavicle.
• B) The clavicle provides the only bony attachment of the pectoral girdle to the body.
• C) The scapula is more protected by muscle.
• D) When the body is moving forward, the clavicle is more likely to be struck than the scapula.
• E) All of the choices are correct.

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