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serike

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The condition known as flat feet is due to a lower-than-normal longitudinal arch in the foot. A problem with which of the following would most likely contribute to this condition?
 A) a loose calcaneal tendon
  B) weak tarsometatarsal joints
  C) weakness in the ligaments that attach the calcaneus to the distal ends of the metatarsals
  D) weakness in the ligaments that attach the talus to the tibia
  E) poor alignment of the phalanges with the metatarsals

Question 2

When standing normally, most of your weight is transmitted to the ground by the
 A) tibia, talus, and calcaneus.
  B) talus and proximal ends of metatarsals.
  C) calcaneus and talus.
  D) talus and cuneiforms.
  E) calcaneus and proximal ends of metatarsals.



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emilymalinowski12

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A




serike

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Reply 2 on: Feb 28, 2019
Excellent


kalskdjl1212

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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