Which of the following best defines the axial skeleton?
A. Bones of the shoulder girdle, arms, hands, legs, ankles, and feet
B. The skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum
C. The cartilage and ligaments connecting all bones together
Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded.
From Chapter 1: Structure and Function of Body Systems
DCO Code: 1.D1
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