The hip is an example of which of the following type of joints?
A. Ball-and-socket
B. Pivot
C. Gliding
D. Hinge
The hip joint is an example of a ball-and-socket joint. The hip joint is formed by the articulation of the head of the femur with the acetabulum of the pelvis. The rounded head of the femur (ball) fits into the cup-shaped acetabulum (socket), allowing for a wide range of motion in multiple planes.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.