To push a structure anteriorly is an example of which movement
A)retraction
B)extension
C)protraction
D)hyperextension
E)anterior rotation

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Protraction refers to the movement of pushing a structure anteriorly, whereas retraction is the movement of pulling it posteriorly, extension is the movement of increasing the angle between two body parts, hyperextension is extension beyond the anatomical position, and anterior rotation is the movement of rotating a structure forwards. Therefore, the best choice is C)protraction.

To Push a Structure Anteriorly Is an Example of Which