Asked by Taila Figueredo on Sep 23, 2024

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All of the major adductors of the thigh have origins on the

A) ilium.
B) ischium.
C) pubis.
D) greater trochanter of the femur.
E) linea aspera of the femur.

Major Adductors

Muscles located in the inner thigh that are responsible for moving the leg toward the midline of the body.

Origins

in anatomy, refers to the points at which muscles are attached to the stationary bone structures, often serving as the anchor from which the muscle operates.

  • Comprehend the principle of muscle attachment and the role of muscles in bridging joints to enable movement.
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Sheila Mae Bordomeoabout 23 hours ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
All of the major adductors of the thigh (adductor magnus, adductor brevis, adductor longus, and gracilis) have origins on the pubis.