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Elbow joint is an example of:

  1. hinge joint
  2. gliding joint
  3. ball and socket joint
  4. pivot joint

Correct answer: hinge joint

Solution

The elbow primarily permits flexion and extension, which is characteristic of a hinge joint. This type of joint allows movement in one plane rather than rotation or wide multidirectional motion.

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