Question

after listening to a long discussion on the skeletal system, you conclude that the skeletal system is important because it ____________. a. supports the body and makes red and white blood cells b. is formed from bones, cartilage, and muscle c. provides the body with potassium needed for support d. manufactures the ligaments needed to connect bones please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

The skeletal system provides structural support for the body and red - bone marrow within bones produces red and white blood cells. Muscles are not part of the skeletal system (ruling out B). The skeletal system is not the provider of potassium for the body (ruling out C). Ligaments are made of connective tissue and not "manufactured" by the skeletal system in the way stated (ruling out D).

Answer:

A. supports the body and makes red and white blood cells