Asked by Hunter Waddington on Jun 16, 2024

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Which muscle is located at the axillary border of the scapula?

A) infraspinatus
B) supraspinatus
C) teres major
D) splenius
E) rhomboideus major

Axillary Border

The edge of the scapula closest to the armpit, significant in anatomy for muscle attachment.

Infraspinatus

A thick triangular muscle located on the back of the shoulder blade (scapula) which is responsible for the lateral rotation of the arm at the shoulder.

Teres Major

A muscle of the upper limb that acts on the shoulder joint, assisting in the rotation and adduction of the arm.

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zeeshan ahmedJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The teres major muscle is located at the axillary (lateral) border of the scapula, playing a key role in the movement of the shoulder joint.