The pectoralis major muscle inserts on the greater tubercle of the humerus. When it contracts, it does not provide

A) flexion.
B) medial rotation at the shoulder.
C) adduction.
D) lateral motion at the shoulder.
E) None of the answers is correct.


Answer: D

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