Which of the following examination methods is used to check the amount of flexion and extension of a joint by using forceful passive movement?

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Manipulation is the examination method used to check the amount of flexion and extension of a joint by using forceful passive movement. Palpation involves using hands to feel for abnormalities in tissues or organs, percussion involves tapping the body to produce sounds that can indicate abnormalities, auscultation involves listening to sounds produced by the body and mensuration involves measuring body parts to monitor changes over time.

Which of the Following Examination Methods Is Used to Check