The Joints of the Hips and Shoulders are Examples of ____________

Question

The joints of the hips and shoulders are examples of ____________ joints.
A)Pivot
B)Fibrous
C)Ball and socket
D)Saddle

Accepted Answer

The joints of the hips and shoulders are examples of ball and socket joints. These joints have a spherical end of one bone fitting into a socket of another bone, allowing for a wide range of movement in multiple directions.