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ZOO 101 Skeleton and Supporting Systems Objective Question

Question

The biceps and triceps in the arm are an example of:
Options
A Ligaments
B Tendons
C An antagonistic pair of muscles
Correct Answer
D Synergistic muscles
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The biceps and triceps are an antagonistic pair; they work against each other to move the same limb in opposite directions.

Hint

One contracts while the other relaxes.

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