A joint that permits only flexion and extension is a ________ joint.
A)saddle
B)hinge
C)pivot
D)plane
E)ball-and-socket

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A hinge joint permits only flexion and extension, such as the elbow or knee joint. A saddle joint allows for movements in two planes, a pivot joint allows for rotation in one plane, a plane joint allows for sliding or gliding movements, and a ball-and-socket joint allows for movements in multiple planes.

A Joint That Permits Only Flexion and Extension Is a ________