If a Muscle Crosses the Metacarpophalangeal And/or Interphalangeal Joints of the Fingers

question 52

Multiple Choice

If a muscle crosses the metacarpophalangeal and/or interphalangeal joints of the fingers anteriorly,what will its action be of the fingers?

• A)flexion
• B)extension
• C)abduction
• D)adduction

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