When an individual "breaks a hip," the most common location of the fracture is the
A) acetabulum of the os coxa.
B) diaphysis of the femur.
C) iliac crest of the os coxa.
D) neck of the femur.

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The neck of the femur is the most common location of hip fractures, especially in elderly individuals. This is due to the fact that the neck of the femur is a weak point in the bone that can be easily fractured from a fall or other trauma. The other options are not typically associated with hip fractures.

When an Individual "Breaks a Hip," the Most Common Location