Which Term Describes Bending a Body Part Posteriorly

Question

Which term describes bending a body part posteriorly?
A) Flexion
B) Extension
C) Abduction
D) Adduction

Accepted Answer

Flexion is to bend a part of the body anteriorly, such as flexing the elbow. Extension is to bend part of the body posteriorly, such as straightening the arm at the elbow. Abduction is to take a part of the body away from the midline. Adduction is to bring a part of the body toward the midline.