Gliding joint is present between the

Carpals

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Humerus and pectoral girdle

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Carpal and metacarpal of thumb

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Knee

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Solution

The correct option is A Carpals
Gliding joint is the type of joint between the carpal bones. This type of joint is also present in tarsal bones and vertebrae. This joint helps in free movement bones one over the other.
The joint between the humerus and pectoral girdle is ball and socket joint.
The joint between carpal and metacarpal of thumb is saddle joint.
The joint found in the knee is the hinge joint.
So the correct option is A.

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