Asked by Sarah O'Brien on Sep 23, 2024
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The gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus muscles all have the same action (extension of the thigh at the hip).
Gluteus Maximus
The largest and most superficial of the three gluteal muscles, involved in the extension and outward rotation of the hip.
Extension
A movement that increases the angle between two body parts.
- Comprehend the principle of synergistic muscle groups collaborating to perform unified actions.
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CHARLOTTE OWUSU-SMART5 days ago
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
While the gluteus maximus does extend the thigh at the hip, the gluteus medius and minimus primarily abduct and medially rotate the thigh at the hip.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle of synergistic muscle groups collaborating to perform unified actions.