The Vertebral Column ________

Question

The vertebral column ________.
A) provides a passageway for cranial nerves that begin or end at the spinal cord
B) consists of 26 vertebrae, the sacrum, and the coccyx
C) helps maintain the curved position of the body while sitting or standing
D) provides a column of support, bearing the weight of the hips and lower limbs
E) is divided into the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal regions

Accepted Answer

The statement describes the different regions of the vertebral column, which include the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal regions. Option A is incorrect as while the spinal cord passes through the vertebral column, it is not related to cranial nerves. Option B is also incorrect as the sacrum and coccyx are not vertebrae. Option C may be partially correct, but it doesn't describe the main function of the vertebral column. Option D is incorrect as it describes the function of the lower limbs but not the vertebral column.