Question

The pectoral girdle does NOT quite satisfy the features of a true girdle because __________.

A
the socket of the shoulder joint is shallow
B
anteriorly, the medial ends of the clavicle join the sternum
C
laterally, the clavicle articulates with the scapula
D
posteriorly, the medial ends of the scapulae do not join each other

Answer 1

The pectoral girdle does not quite satisfy the features of a true girdle because: posteriorly the medial ends of the scapulae do not join each other. The jugular notch on the sternum is: in line with the second and third thoracic vertebra where the left common carotid artery is issued from the aorta.

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