Question

    Which is the longest bone in the human

    body?
    A Fibula Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Radius Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Stapes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Femur Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and patella forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the body.

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