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Hinge joint allow movement of bones in:

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Four directions

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Three Directions

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Two Directions

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One Directions

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Solution

The correct option is D One Directions
Hinge joint allows the movements of bones only in one direction. It moves in a 180° angle. Examples : the elbow and knee joints.

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