Which Is an Eccentric Function of the Extensor Digitorum

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which is an eccentric function of the extensor digitorum?

• A)restrains/slows flexion of the hand at the wrist joint
• B)restrains/slows extension of the hand at the wrist joint
• C)restrains/slows extension of fingers two through five at the metacarpophalangeal and proximal and distal interphalangeal joints
• D)restrains/slows elevation of the scapula at the scapulocostal joint

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