Which of the following is incorrect pertaining to the pelvic diaphragm?

A) It separates the pelvic cavity from the perineum.
B) It is pierced by the vagina in females.
C) It helps maintain urinary continence.
D) It helps maintain fecal continence.
E) It is synonymous with the levator ani.


Ans: E

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