'Which of the following is INCORRECT about the anatomical position? The palms are facing backwards and the thumbs are pointing towards the body: The upper limbs are on either side of the body: The body is standing erect or upright: The individual is facing forward with their chin parallel to the floor: The feet are together; parallel, and flat on the floor with the toes pointing forward.'
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The palms are facing backwards and the thumbs are pointing towards the body: This statement is incorrect. In the anatomical position, the palms are facing forward, and the thumbs are pointing away from the body. Show more…
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