Muscles Of The Hand, ARM, Foot And Leg
Multiple choice to test knowledge of the actions and positions of the limb muscles
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which muscles do you use to flex elbow and supinates the forearm?
- A.
Brachioradialis
- B.
Bicep
- C.
Flexorcarpi radialis
Correct Answer
B. BicepExplanation
The bicep muscle is responsible for flexing the elbow and supinating the forearm. When the bicep contracts, it pulls on the radius bone in the forearm, causing the forearm to rotate and the elbow joint to flex. This movement allows for actions such as lifting objects and bringing the hand towards the shoulder. The other muscles listed, the brachioradialis and flexor carpi radialis, are not directly involved in these actions.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which muscles do you use to Flex the wrist joint drawing it closer to the forearm?
- A.
Pronator teres
- B.
Fexor carpi Radialis
- C.
Flexor carpi Ulnaris
Correct Answer
C. Flexor carpi UlnarisExplanation
The Flexor carpi Ulnaris muscle is responsible for flexing the wrist joint and drawing it closer to the forearm. This muscle is located on the inner side of the forearm and when it contracts, it pulls the wrist towards the inner side of the forearm. The Pronator teres muscle is responsible for pronation of the forearm, while the Flexor carpi Radialis muscle is responsible for flexion and abduction of the wrist joint.Rate this question:
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- 3.
•Which muscle is responsible for supporting the body?
- A.
Gastrronemius
- B.
Solus
- C.
Tibalis Anterior
Correct Answer
B. Solus -
- 4.
Which muscle is responsible for propelling the body the body?
- A.
Solus
- B.
Gastronemius
- C.
Hamstrings
Correct Answer
B. Gastronemius -
- 5.
•Where would you find the tibaliais anterior
- A.
Adjacent to radial bone
- B.
Adjacent to tibia bone
- C.
Adjacent to the ulna bone
Correct Answer
B. Adjacent to tibia boneExplanation
The tibialis anterior is a muscle located in the lower leg. It is situated adjacent to the tibia bone, which is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg. This muscle is responsible for dorsiflexion, or lifting the foot upward, and inversion, or turning the foot inward.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where would you find the hamstrings
- A.
Back of upper thigh
- B.
Front of upper thigh
- C.
In lower leg
Correct Answer
A. Back of upper thighExplanation
The hamstrings are a group of muscles located at the back of the upper thigh. They consist of three muscles: the biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. These muscles are responsible for flexing the knee joint and extending the hip joint.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the function of the hamstrings?
- A.
To aid flexion of the knee
- B.
Assist with the movement of the leg turns knee joint out
- C.
Bends the knee and plantar flexes foot
Correct Answer
A. To aid flexion of the kneeExplanation
The function of the hamstrings is to aid in the flexion of the knee. The hamstrings are a group of muscles located at the back of the thigh, consisting of the biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus muscles. When these muscles contract, they help to bend the knee joint, allowing for flexion of the knee. This action is important for activities such as walking, running, and jumping, as it allows for the movement of the lower leg in relation to the upper leg.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the action of the tibalis anterior?
- A.
Bends the ankle to pull foot up
- B.
Suppinate foot
- C.
Point the foot
Correct Answer
A. Bends the ankle to pull foot upExplanation
The action of the tibalis anterior is to bend the ankle in order to pull the foot up. This muscle is located in the front of the lower leg and plays a crucial role in dorsiflexion, which is the movement that brings the top of the foot toward the shin. This action is important for activities such as walking, running, and maintaining balance.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Ehat is the function of the pronator teres?
- A.
Turns palm up, pronates forearm
- B.
Turns palm down, pronates forearm
- C.
Turns palm down, turns fore arm
- D.
Both B & C
Correct Answer
D. Both B & CExplanation
The pronator teres is a muscle located in the forearm. It is responsible for two main functions: turning the palm down and pronating the forearm. Therefore, the correct answer is "Both B & C" because it accurately describes the functions of the pronator teres muscle.Rate this question:
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