The weight of the body is supported by the
A) distal metacarpals.
B) proximal metatarsals.
C) hallux.
D) calcaneus.
E) distal ends of the metatarsals and the calcaneus.

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The distal ends of the metatarsals and the calcaneus form the ball and heel of the foot, respectively, which bear the weight of the body during standing, walking, and running. The other choices (distal metacarpals, proximal metatarsals, hallux, and calcaneus alone) do not provide sufficient surface area or strength to support the weight of the body.

The Weight of the Body Is Supported by the