Which type of joint is connected by ligaments and allows limited movement?

The correct answer is based on the characteristics of a cartilaginous joint. Cartilaginous joints are connected by cartilage and allow for limited movement, making them distinct from other types of joints. This type of joint can be found in areas such as the spine, where the vertebrae are linked by intervertebral discs made of cartilage. These joints provide the stability necessary for these structures while still allowing for some flexibility and movement, which is essential for overall mobility and function.

In contrast, synovial joints are characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity and facilitate a wide range of motion, including movements like rotation and flexion. Fibrous joints are generally immovable, as they are connected by dense connective tissue, providing little to no movement. Hinge joints, while allowing movement in one plane, are a specific type of synovial joint and thus do not fit the criteria of being limited by ligaments alone without the features of synovial fluid and cartilage present in a cartilaginous joint.