When you raise a cup to your mouth,a ________________of motion occurs at the elbow joint.
A) rotation only
B) translation only
C) translation and rotation
D) None of the above answers are correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When raising a cup to your mouth, both translation (straightening or bending of the elbow joint) and rotation (forearm turning to bring the cup towards the mouth) occurs at the elbow joint. Therefore, choice C, translation and rotation, is the best answer.

When You Raise a Cup to Your Mouth,a ________________Of Motion