HMS, BM EQ-Bank 816 MC

A basketball player performs a jump shot. Which type of synovial joint in the shoulder allows for the full range of arm movement during this action?

Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Ball-and-socket joint
Condyloid joint

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\(C\)

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C is correct: Ball-and-socket joints allow multi-directional movement needed for jump shots.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: Hinge joints allow one plane movement only
B is incorrect: Pivot joints allow rotation only
D is incorrect: Condyloid joints lack full rotation capability