WGU D312 SCIE 1011 Anatomy & Physiology OA READINESS EXAM GUIDE Q & S 2026/2027

WGU D312 SCIE 1011 Anatomy & Physiology OA READINESS EXAM GUIDE Q & S 2026/2027

1. Which of the following cells are responsible for bone
resorption?
 a. Osteoblasts
 b. Osteocytes
 c. Osteoclasts
 d. Chondrocytes
 Answer: c. Osteoclasts
 Rationale: Osteoclasts break down bone tissue during
bone resorption.
2. Which part of the neuron is primarily responsible for
receiving signals from other neurons or sensory cells?
 a. Axon
 b. Dendrite
 c. Soma
 d. Synapse
 Answer: b. Dendrite
 Rationale: Dendrites receive signals from other
neurons or sensory cells.
3. Which of the following hormones increases blood
calcium levels by stimulating osteoclasts?
 a. Calcitonin
 b. Parathyroid hormone
 c. Insulin
 d. Adrenaline
 Answer: b. Parathyroid hormone
 Rationale: Parathyroid hormone stimulates osteoclasts
to increase blood calcium levels.