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What does the term "adduction" refer to?

Bending the body part

Movement toward the midline of the body

Adduction refers to the movement of a body part toward the midline of the body. This movement is in the opposite direction of abduction, which is the movement away from the midline. Option A is incorrect because bending a body part can refer to flexion or extension, depending on the joint. Option C is incorrect because turning a joint inward is known as medial rotation. Option D is incorrect because touching an opposite finger with the thumb is a specific movement known as opposition.

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Turning the joint inward

Touching an opposite finger with the thumb

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