When looking at the range of motion of the various sections of the vertebral column the ________ has the most flexibility
A) lumbar spine
B) thoracic spine
C) cervical spine
D) sacral spine

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The cervical spine has the most mobility and range of motion due to its anatomical structure, which allows for flexion, extension, rotation, and lateral flexion. The lumbar spine has limited rotation due to the orientation of its facet joints, while the thoracic spine is limited by the attachment to the ribs. The sacral spine is fused and does not have individual vertebrae, therefore it does not have as much flexibility as the other sections.

When Looking at the Range of Motion of the Various