In order for anatomical terms to be universally understood, it is assumed that the body is in the anatomical position, which is ____.
A) standing upright and facing forward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing forward
B) standing upright and facing forward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing the rear
C) sitting upright and facing forward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing forward
D) prone and facing upward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing down
E) prone and facing upward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing up

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The anatomical position is defined as standing upright and facing forward with the arms at the sides and the palms of the hands facing forward. This position is used as a standard reference point in anatomy to ensure consistency in the description of body parts and positions.

In Order for Anatomical Terms to Be Universally Understood, It