________ of the knee is preceded by unlocking of the knee.
A) Extension
B) Protraction
C) Opposition
D) Retraction
E) Flexion

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Flexion of the knee is the bending of the knee joint, which is preceded by the unlocking of the knee joint. This unlocking mechanism is known as the "screw-home mechanism," where the femoral condyles rotate on the fixed tibial plateau, allowing the knee to unlock and then flex.

________ of the Knee Is Preceded by Unlocking of the Knee