The exceptional flexibility of the shoulder girdle is due, in part, to the .
A) ability of the scapula to slide easily against the thorax
B) strong joint that holds the shoulder girdle to the axial skeleton
C) deep socket that holds the humerus
D) strong ligament that holds the head of the humerus to its socket

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The scapula's ability to slide easily against the thorax contributes significantly to the shoulder girdle's flexibility, allowing for a wide range of motion.

The Exceptional Flexibility of the Shoulder Girdle Is Due, in Part