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Identify the bone of the lower limb that bears the least amount of weight.

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Answer:

the fibula

Step-by-step explanation:

Fibula is a slender and long bone located on the outside of the lower leg, from outside and underneath the knee and extends down to form the outside of the ankle joint. ... Fibula bone plays a minor role in bearing the weight of the body as we walk. The tibia bears approximately 80% of the body weight.

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