Question

the sternum (breastbone) is __________ to the vertebral column. multiple choice posterior superior medial anterior inferior

Explanation:

In anatomical terms, anterior means towards the front and posterior means towards the back. The sternum is located in the front of the body while the vertebral column is at the back. Superior refers to above, inferior to below, and medial to towards the mid - line. Since the sternum is in front of the vertebral column, the correct term is anterior.

Answer:

D. anterior