Which of the following statements concerning the fibula is false?
A) It helps stabilize the ankle.
B) It helps stabilize the knee.
C) It is the thinnest of the two leg bones.
D) It forms the lateral malleolus.

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The fibula does not directly contribute to the stability of the knee joint. Its major functions include providing muscle attachment sites and aiding in stabilization of the ankle joint by forming the lateral malleolus. The tibia is the larger of the two leg bones and is responsible for bearing most of the weight in the lower leg.

Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Fibula Is False