The three primary functions of the thorax are to

a. protect the kidneys and liver, provides attachment sites for muscles, and provide a bellows for breathing.
b. protect the heart and lungs, provides attachment sites for muscles, and provide a bellows for breathing.
c. protect the heart and lungs, provides attachment sites for muscles, and provide a circulatory blood pump.
d. protect the heart and lungs, provides attachment sites for fascia, and provide a bellows for breathing.

b

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