Which of the following accurately describes what happens to the intervertebral foramen during extension?
A) Intervertebral foramen becomes smaller.
B) Intervertebral foramen remains the same size.
C) Intervertebral foramen becomes larger.
D) Intervertebral foramen becomes square in shape.

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During extension of the spine, the intervertebral foramen becomes smaller because the vertebrae move closer together, reducing the space through which spinal nerves exit the spinal column.

Which of the Following Accurately Describes What Happens to the Intervertebral