Carnivores such as a lion are able to kill their prey because of powerful jaw muscles. We humans do not need this power in our jaw muscles. Which muscle is more powerful in the carnivore than the human?

A) Orbicularis oris
B) Masseter
C) Buccinator
D) Zygomaticus major


Answer: B

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