When Moving from a Sitting to a Standing Position, What

question 13

Multiple Choice

When moving from a sitting to a standing position, what muscles are MOST LIKELY activated at the hip in the sagittal plane?

• A)Iliopsoas, adductor magnus
• B)Adductor magnus, rectus femoris
• C)Gluteus maximus, hamstrings
• D)Gluteus maximus, gracilis

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Definitions:

Facial Nerve

A cranial nerve that controls the muscles of facial expression, taste sensations from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue, and the production of saliva and tears.

Hyoid Bone

A unique U-shaped bone located in the anterior neck, which supports the tongue and provides attachment points for muscles associated with swallowing.

Platysma

A muscle in the neck region that plays a role in facial expression, such as lowering the lower jaw and lip.

Mandible

The lower jawbone in humans and some animals, which holds the lower teeth in place and plays a key role in biting and chewing.