Hip and knee flexion for an AP pelvis projection (modified Cleaves method)
1)positions the greater trochanter in profile.
2)positions the lesser trochanter in profile.
3)rotates the greater trochanter beneath the femoral neck.
4)determines the degree of femoral neck foreshortening.
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 and 4 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1 and 4 only

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Hip and knee flexion are required for the modified Cleaves method, which is an AP pelvis projection. This projection is used to position the greater trochanter and lesser trochanter in profile. Rotation of the greater trochanter beneath the femoral neck helps to determine the degree of femoral neck foreshortening. Therefore, options 2 and 3 are correct, while options 1 and 4 are incorrect. Hence, the best choice is C, which includes both correct options.

Hip and Knee Flexion for an AP Pelvis Projection (Modified