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Jessica Demmerly
on Oct 21, 2024
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Which of the following is a group of four muscles in the anterior thigh?
A) Quadriceps femoris
B) Sartorius
C) Biceps femoris
D) Tensor fasciae latae
E) Gracilis
Quadriceps Femoris
The quadriceps femoris is a group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee and stabilizing the patella.
Anterior Thigh
The anterior thigh refers to the front part of the thigh, encompassing muscles like the quadriceps, which are responsible for knee extension.
Biceps Femoris
A muscle of the thigh part of the hamstring group, important in knee flexion and leg rotation.
- Determine the primary muscles in the human body and their placements.
- Differentiate among the muscular structures situated in the front, back, and side sections of the thigh and leg.
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JS
Learning Objectives
- Determine the primary muscles in the human body and their placements.
- Differentiate among the muscular structures situated in the front, back, and side sections of the thigh and leg.