After suffering multiple cervical fractures, Myron Coolheart, IRS agent, was given a choice of which vertebrae to fuse together i.e., he could leave only one articulation unfused. He decided to choose the fusion that would still allow him to shake his head "no". His choice was to leave the ___________ unfused.
A) atlas to axis joint
B) atlas to occipital condyles articulation
C) articulation between C2 and C3
D) articulation between C6 and C7

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The atlas to axis joint allows for rotation of the head, which is necessary for shaking the head "no". Fusing this joint would prevent this movement.

After Suffering Multiple Cervical Fractures, Myron Coolheart, IRS Agent, Was