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ZOO 101 Skeleton and Supporting Systems Objective Question

Question

In an antagonistic pair of muscles, what happens when the flexor muscle contracts?
Options
A The limb straightens.
B The limb bends.
Correct Answer
C The extensor muscle also contracts.
D The limb rotates.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When the flexor muscle (like the biceps) contracts, it bends the limb.

Hint

Flexion means bending.

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