Which Muscle Is NOT Paired with a Synergist

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which muscle is NOT paired with a synergist?

• A)gluteus maximus and hamstring group
• B)latissimus dorsi and teres major
• C)rectus abdominus and external oblique
• D)pectoralis major and triceps brachii

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Definitions:

Extinction

The gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response.

Avoidance

A coping mechanism involving the action of staying away from certain situations, activities, or people to prevent discomfort or anxiety.

Spontaneous Recovery

The reappearance of a previously extinguished conditioned response after a period of no exposure to the conditioned stimulus.

Higher-Order Conditioning

A form of learning where a stimulus is paired with a previously conditioned stimulus, causing the new stimulus to elicit the conditioned response without a direct association.