Asked by Brody Chester on May 30, 2024

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The distal attachment site for the patellar tendon is the

A) greater trochanter.
B) tibial tuberosity.
C) ischial spine.
D) medial malleolus.
E) medial condyle.

Patellar Tendon

The tendon that connects the patella (kneecap) to the tibia (shinbone), playing a crucial role in the extension of the knee.

Distal Attachment

The site at which a muscle tendon connects to the bone that is farther from the center of the body or point of reference.

Tibial Tuberosity

A large protrusion on the anterior part of the tibia, where the patellar ligament attaches.

  • Recognize the critical sites of attachment for ligaments and tendons on lower limb bones.
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Tiffany WilsonJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The tibial tuberosity is the distal attachment site for the patellar tendon, where the patellar ligament inserts.