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Date May 2017 Marks available 1 Reference code 17M.1.SL.tz0.1
Level Standard Level Paper Paper 1 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Which Question number 1 Adapted from N/A

Question

Which bones form part of the appendicular skeleton?

A. Femur, radius, ribs, patella

B. Coccyx, humerus, ulna, tibia

C. Pelvic girdle, clavicle, fibula, carpals

D. Sternum, phalanges, femur, tarsals

Markscheme

C

Examiners report

Sixth most difficult question. I suspect that this is due to confusion over the pelvic girdle as part of the appendicular skeleton.

Syllabus sections

Topic 1: Anatomy » 1.1. The skeletal system » 1.1.1. Distinguish anatomically between the axial and appendicular skeleton.
Topic 1: Anatomy » 1.1. The skeletal system
Topic 1: Anatomy

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