When the Elbow Is Flexed a Minimum of 15 $\degree$ , the Wrist Extensors Are Situated _______________ to the Elbow

question 30

Multiple Choice

When the elbow is flexed a minimum of 15 $\degree$ , the wrist extensors are situated _______________ to the elbow axis and therefore are capable of _____________ the elbow.

• A) anterior; flexing
• B) posterior; flexing
• C) anterior; extending
• D) posterior; extending

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