A ball-and-socket is an example of a(n) ____ joint.
A) uniaxial
B) biaxial
C) multiaxial
D) hinge

Question

A ball-and-socket is an example of a(n) ____ joint.​
A) ​uniaxial
B) ​biaxial
C) ​multiaxial
D) ​hinge

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A ball-and-socket joint allows for movement in multiple directions (such as rotation, flexion, and extension) and is therefore considered a multiaxial joint. Uniaxial joints only allow for movement in one plane, biaxial joints allow for movement in two planes, and hinge joints allow for movement in only one direction (like a door hinge).

A Ball-And-Socket Is an Example of A(n) ____ Joint