What is the artery on the left side listed after the anterior tibial artery?

• A. Lateral plantar artery
• B. Posterior tibial artery
• C. Peroneal (fibular) artery
• D. Descending genicular artery

Answer: (C)

The peroneal (fibular) artery is the correct answer because it is a continuation of the posterior tibial artery, which branches off in the calf region of the leg. As the arterial system of the leg is examined, the anterior tibial artery supplies blood to the anterior compartment, while the posterior tibial artery is responsible for the blood supply to the posterior compartment. The peroneal artery branches from the posterior tibial artery and runs alongside the fibula, supplying the lateral compartment of the leg.

In the context of the question, if the anterior tibial artery has been mentioned, the artery that follows—specifically on the left side—would logically be one that is a continuation of or directly related to the posterior tibial artery, as the structure of the leg's arterial supply generally follows this pattern. The peroneal artery's position and function in the vascular system make it the logical choice that succeeds the anterior tibial artery in this scenario.