Read This Selection: When All Anatomic Descriptions Are Used, It

Multiple Choice

Read this selection: When all anatomic descriptions are used, it is assumed that the body is in the anatomical position. The body is standing erect with the feet flat on the floor, face and eyes are facing forward, and arms are at the sides with the palms facing forward. Which best describes the anatomical position?

A) Right and left are reversed.
B) Toes and palms are anterior.
C) Toes and palms are posterior.
D) The head is inferior to the abdomen.
E) The transverse plane divides the body into right and left portions.