Match the muscle with its respiratory function

1. Diaphragm
2. Intercostals
3. Scalenes
4. Quadratus lumborum
5. Transverse abdominus
a) Elevates the first three ribs during inhalation.
b) Stabilizes the lower ribs against pull of diaphragm.
c) Pulls central tendon down to increase thoracic cavity volume.
d) Compresses abdominal cavity and resists downward pressure of diaphragm.
e) Elevates and separates the ribs on inhalation.


1. Diaphragm − c
2. Intercostals − e
3. Scalenes − a
4. Quadratus lumborum − b
5. Transverse abdominus − d

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