Asked by Daniel Taiwo on Jun 30, 2024

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​Extension of the entire foot superiorly,as if taking one's foot off an automobile pedal

A) abduction
B) adduction
C) dorsiflexion
D) extension
E) flexion
F) hyperextension
G) inversion
H) plantar flexion
I) pronation
J) rotation
K) supination

Dorsiflexion

The act of bending the foot or toes upward, towards the shin, a movement integral to walking and various physical activities.

Automobile Pedal

Foot-operated controls in a vehicle used for accelerating, braking, or engaging the clutch.

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Maria DeliaJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Dorsiflexion is the movement that decreases the angle between the dorsum (upper surface) of the foot and the leg, as when lifting the foot to step off a pedal.