Question

3 select the correct answer. a joint produces movement when its angle decreases. which type of movement is it? a. flexion b. rotation c. extension d. translation

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Flexion is the movement that decreases the angle between two body parts at a joint (e.g., bending the elbow).
• Option B: Rotation is the movement of a bone around its own axis (e.g., turning the head from side to side), not related to angle decrease.
• Option C: Extension increases the angle between body parts (e.g., straightening the elbow), opposite of what's described.
• Option D: Translation is a linear movement of a joint, not involving angle change.

So the movement with decreasing joint angle is flexion.

Answer:

A. flexion