Question

1. circle true or false. in the anatomical position, the body is recumbent (lying down).
2. the term superficial refers to a structure that is:

a. attached near the trunk of the body
b. toward or at the body surface
c. toward the head
d. toward the midline

1. the ______ plane runs longitudinally and divides the body into right and left parts.

a. frontal
c. transverse
b. sagittal
d. ventral

Explanation:

1. The anatomical position defines the body as standing upright, facing forward, with arms at sides and palms forward, not lying down.
2. In anatomical terminology, "superficial" specifically describes structures close to or at the body's outer surface.
3. Sagittal planes are longitudinal planes that split the body into right and left sections, unlike frontal (front/back), transverse (top/bottom), or ventral (abdominal side) planes.

Answer:

1. False
2. b. toward or at the body surface
3. b. sagittal