The muscles responsible for extending the wrist and fingers are mostly found on the ______ of the forearm.

a. anterior
b. posterior


Ans: b. posterior

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Which of the following is most distal in location on the humerus?

A. Trochlea B. Medial epicondyle C. Anatomical neck D. Deltoid tuberosity E. Greater tubercle

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Which of the following changes have the potential to dramatically affect the potential difference across the plasma membrane?

A. Increased permeability of the membrane to Na+, increased intracellular concentration of K+, and any change in the rate at which the sodium-potassium pump works B. Any change in the rate at which the sodium-potassium pump works C. Increased permeability of the membrane to Na+ D. Increased intracellular concentration of K+ E. Increased permeability of the membrane to Na+ and increased intracellular concentration of K+

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Using directional terminology, one would say that the sternum is ________ relative to the armpit.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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