Asked by Keith Hamann on May 31, 2024
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Which of the following is not part of the quadriceps femoris?
A) vastus lateralis
B) tibialis anterior
C) rectus femoris
D) vastus intermedius
Quadriceps Femoris
A large muscle on the anterior surface of the thigh that is composed of four separate muscles.
Tibialis Anterior
A muscle of the leg.
Vastus Lateralis
A muscle of the thigh that is part of the quadriceps, responsible for extending the leg at the knee.
- Be familiar with the major muscle groups and their functions.
Verified Answer
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Nicole AlgarinMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The quadriceps femoris consists of four muscles: vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, and rectus femoris. The tibialis anterior is not part of the quadriceps; it is a muscle located in the anterior compartment of the leg.
Learning Objectives
- Be familiar with the major muscle groups and their functions.