Asked by Demontre Thompson on Apr 26, 2024
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An antagonist is
A) a muscle working in opposition to another muscle.
B) the end of the muscle where the action occurs.
C) the muscle that does most of the movement.
D) the stationary end of the muscle.
E) a group of muscles that work together to cause movement.
Antagonist
Muscle that works in opposition to another muscle.
Opposition
Movement of the thumb and little finger toward each other; movement of the thumb toward any of the fingers.
- Acquire knowledge on the roles played by synergists, antagonists, and prime movers within muscle movement.
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Anthony RaucciMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
An antagonist muscle is one that opposes the action of another muscle, known as the agonist, to allow controlled movement.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the roles played by synergists, antagonists, and prime movers within muscle movement.