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How many extremities does a human have? An anatomical guide to your limbs

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The average adult human body contains 206 bones, but the answer to **how many extremities does a human have?** is a more straightforward four: two upper limbs (arms) and two lower limbs (legs). These appendages, which branch off from the trunk, are essential for almost every daily activity, from fine-motor tasks to walking and balance.