2 Match the directional term with its correct definition. Distal Lateral Anterior Proximal Inferior Deep Superficial Posterior Medial Superior A. Away from the surface/toward the body's interior B. Toward the back of the body C. Closer to the point of origin (e.g., of a limb) D. Away from the body's midline E. Toward the head F. Farther from the point of origin (e.g., of a limb) G. Toward the body's midline H. Away from the head/toward the tail I. Toward the front of the body J. Toward the surface/skin
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