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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 821 MC

When performing a bicep curl, which joint action occurs at the elbow as the weight is raised toward the shoulder?

  1. Extension
  2. Flexion
  3. Adduction
  4. Abduction
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\(B\)

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  • B is correct: Flexion decreases the joint angle – the elbow bends during a bicep curl.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Extension occurs when lowering the weight.
  • C is incorrect: Adduction is movement toward the midline.
  • D is incorrect: Abduction is movement away from the midline.

Filed Under: Skeletal and muscular systems Tagged With: Band 3, smc-5521-10-Joint actions

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