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HMS, BM EQ-Bank 29

Name THREE major muscles of the upper body and outline their primary functions.   (3 marks)

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  • The deltoid abducts the arm at the shoulder.
  • The pectoralis major is responsible for horizontal flexion and internal rotation of the arm.
  • The latissimus dorsi extends and adducts the arm at the shoulder joint.
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Sample Answer

  • The deltoid abducts the arm at the shoulder.
  • The pectoralis major is responsible for horizontal flexion and internal rotation of the arm.
  • The latissimus dorsi extends and adducts the arm at the shoulder joint.