Asked by Arumugam Anamale on May 07, 2024

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Which of the following muscles has its origin on the lateral epicondyle of the humerus and its insertion on the proximal phalanx of the 5th finger?

A) Abductor pollicis longus
B) Palmaris longus
C) Flexor digitorum superficialis
D) Flexor carpi radialis
E) Extensor digiti minimi

Lateral Epicondyle

The Lateral Epicondyle is a bony prominence on the outer side of the elbow, to which the tendons of the muscles that extend the wrist and fingers are attached.

Proximal Phalanx

The bone in the fingers or toes that is closest to the hand or foot, and forms the base of each digit.

Extensor Digiti Minimi

A muscle in the forearm that extends the little finger and, by its action, contributes to the extension and abduction of the hand at the wrist joint.

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Krystal GonzalezMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The muscle described in the question is the extensor digiti minimi, which originates from the lateral epicondyle of the humerus and inserts on the proximal phalanx of the 5th finger.