National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Practice Exam

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The "sagittal plane" divides the human body?

With a horizontal line through the abdomen
From front to back
With a vertical line (L from R)
Into four equal sections

The correct answer is: With a vertical line (L from R)

The sagittal plane divides the human body with a vertical line that runs from the left side to the right side. This plane creates a right and a left half of the body. It is essential in understanding anatomical positioning and movement, as it helps to delineate how the body can flex or extend along this line. In contrast, the other options describe different types of body segmentation. A horizontal line through the abdomen refers to the transverse plane, which separates the body into upper and lower parts. Dividing the body from front to back aligns with the frontal or coronal plane, which distinguishes the anterior (front) from the posterior (back) portions. Lastly, dividing the body into four equal sections describes the cross-sectional approach typically used in quadrants rather than the specific vertical division characteristic of the sagittal plane. Understanding these different planes is crucial for professionals in fields such as healthcare, fitness, and therapeutic recreation.