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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 836 MC

When performing a squat, which muscle acts as a stabiliser for the knee joint?

  1. Rectus femoris
  2. Biceps femoris
  3. Vastus medialis
  4. Gluteus maximus
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\(C\)

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  • C is correct: Vastus medialis stabilises the knee during squats.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Rectus femoris is an agonist for knee extension
  • B is incorrect: Biceps femoris is a hamstring antagonist
  • D is incorrect: Gluteus maximus extends hip, not knee stabiliser

Filed Under: Skeletal and muscular systems Tagged With: Band 4, smc-5521-25-Muscle relationships

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