Question 1

The most powerful muscle in the body is the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   gluteus maximus
B)   rectus abdominis
C)   gastrocnemius
D)   quadriceps femorisE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Deep muscles of the thorax promote movements for breathing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Although all skeletal muscles have different shapes,the fascicle arrangement of each muscle is exactly the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What are the levers that operate at a mechanical advantage called?

Accepted Answer

A)   speed levers
B)   dysfunctional levers
C)   power levers
D)   functional leversE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 5

Figure 10.3
Using Figure 10.3, match the following:
-Trapezius muscle.

Accepted Answer

A)  D
B)  A
C)  B
D)  E
E)  CF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following muscles does NOT act in plantar flexion?

Accepted Answer

A)   gastrocnemius and soleus
B)   flexor digitorum longus
C)   popliteus
D)   tibialis posteriorE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 7

A wide receiver for a college football team pulled a hamstring muscle.What muscles could be affected and what would the effect be?

Accepted Answer

The muscles include the biceps femoris,s...

Question 8

The sternocleidomastoid muscle inserts on the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   platysma
B)   clavicle
C)   mastoid process of the temporal bone
D)   sternumE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 9

The ________ is known as the "boxer's muscle."

Accepted Answer

A)   flexor digitorum longus
B)   rectus abdominis
C)   serratus anterior
D)   biceps brachiiE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Figure 10.2
Using Figure 10.2, match the following:
-Deltoid.

Accepted Answer

A)  C
B)  D
C)  B
D)  E
E)  AF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 11

The names of muscles often indicate the action of the muscle.What does the term levator mean?

Accepted Answer

A)   The muscle is a fixator and stabilizes a bone or joint.
B)   The muscle flexes and rotates a region.
C)   The muscle elevates.
D)   The muscle functions as a synergist.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

How does an antagonist differ from a prime mover (agonist)? How is it the same?

Accepted Answer

A prime mover is the muscle that causes ...

Question 13

Muscle power depends mostly on the total number of muscle fibers (cells)in the muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a member of the hamstrings?

Accepted Answer

A)   biceps femoris
B)   semitendinosus
C)   gracilis
D)   semimembranosusE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Figure 10.3
Using Figure 10.3, match the following:
-Levator scapulae.

Accepted Answer

A)  D
B)  A
C)  B
D)  E
E)  CF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

Which muscle group is involved when a "pulled groin" occurs?

Accepted Answer

A)   lateral rotators
B)   quadriceps
C)   hamstrings
D)   thigh adductorsE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

What do the genioglossus,hyoglossus,and styloglossus muscles have in common?

Accepted Answer

A)   All act on the tongue.
B)   All names indicate the relative size of the muscle.
C)   Each acts synergistically to elevate the jaw.
D)   All names reflect direction of muscle fibers.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

A pair of tweezers is a good example of a second-class lever.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which muscle(s) is (are) contracted to exhale forcibly?

Accepted Answer

A)   diaphragm alone
B)   external intercostals and diaphragm
C)   internal intercostals and rectus abdominus
D)   rectus abdominis and diaphragmE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Paralysis of which of the following muscles would make an individual unable to flex the knee?

Accepted Answer

A)   hamstring muscles
B)   gluteal muscles
C)   soleus
D)   brachioradialisE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Exam 10: The Muscular System

Muscle power depends mostly on the total number of muscle fibers (cells)in the muscle.

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The sternocleidomastoid muscle inserts on the ________.

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The most powerful muscle in the body is the ________.

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Which muscle group is involved when a "pulled groin" occurs?

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Figure 10.3 Using Figure 10.3, match the following: -Trapezius muscle.

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Deep muscles of the thorax promote movements for breathing.

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Figure 10.2 Using Figure 10.2, match the following: -Deltoid.

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Figure 10.3 Using Figure 10.3, match the following: -Levator scapulae.

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How does an antagonist differ from a prime mover (agonist)? How is it the same?

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The names of muscles often indicate the action of the muscle.What does the term levator mean?

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Paralysis of which of the following muscles would make an individual unable to flex the knee?

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What are the levers that operate at a mechanical advantage called?

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A wide receiver for a college football team pulled a hamstring muscle.What muscles could be affected and what would the effect be?

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Which of the following muscles does NOT act in plantar flexion?

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The ________ is known as the "boxer's muscle."

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Which muscle(s) is (are) contracted to exhale forcibly?

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Although all skeletal muscles have different shapes,the fascicle arrangement of each muscle is exactly the same.

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What do the genioglossus,hyoglossus,and styloglossus muscles have in common?

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A pair of tweezers is a good example of a second-class lever.

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Which of the following is NOT a member of the hamstrings?

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