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Which of the following pairs, is correctly matched?

1. Hinge joint - between vertebrae
2. Gliding joint - between zygapophyses of the successive vertebrae
3. Cartilaginous joint - skull bones
4. Fibrous joint - between phalanges

Correct answer: Gliding joint - between zygapophyses of the successive vertebrae

Solution

The zygapophyses (facet joints) of successive vertebrae are plane synovial joints, which allow limited gliding movements. The other options mismatch joint types with their usual anatomical locations.

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