Protraction refers to which of the following movements?

Protraction is a term used in anatomy to describe the movement of a body part in a forward direction. This is commonly observed in the movement of the shoulder blades (scapulae) as they move away from each other and forward on the ribcage, which can occur during certain exercises or when reaching forward. In this context, moving a part forward is the primary definition of protraction, making it the correct choice in the context of movements described.

Other movements, such as retraction, involve moving a part backward, while elevation and depression refer to raising and lowering a body part, respectively. Understanding these terms and their specific meanings is crucial for accurately describing bodily movements, especially in sports medicine and physical therapy contexts.