The end of a skeletal muscle that is attached to a fixed (stabilized) bone is called the: origin antagonist agonist synergist insertion
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Which of the following terms is not linked to its correct definition? a. insertion - the end of the muscle that is attached to a movable bone b. synergists- -muscles that make the action of the prime mover more effective c. origin- attachment point of a muscle that is stationary d. antagonist-muscle that moves opposite to the prime mover e. All of these are correct.
Which of the following statements appropriately use(s) the underlined term? a. A synergist helps another muscle do its action. b. A fixator holds the insertion steady for another muscle. c. An antagonist opposes the action of another muscle. d. An origin is always a joint. e. The insertion is located on the bone that moves.
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