Which term describes a position that is closer to the surface?

• A. Proximal
• B. Posterior
• C. Medial
• D. Superficial

Answer: (D)

Closeness to the body's surface is described by the term superficial. It means being near the outer surface, such as skin being superficial to the underlying tissues. This helps distinguish from deeper structures. Proximal refers to distance toward the trunk or point of origin, not surface level. Posterior describes the back side, and medial describes being toward the body's midline. So superficial is the term that specifically conveys being nearer to the surface.