The biceps brachii is strongest and most effective as an elbow flexor when the forearm is in what position?

A. neutral
B. supinated
C. pronated
D. does not matter


B. supinated

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A) extensor B) flexor C) adductor D) abductor

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All the veins of the systemic circulation eventually drain into the

a) superior vena cava. b) inferior vena cava. c) coronary sinus. d) superior and inferior vena cava. e) superior and inferior vena cava and coronary sinus.

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Emotions influence autonomic reactions primarily through integration in the ________.

A) lateral horn of the spinal cord B) hypothalamus C) lateral geniculate of the thalamus D) inferior colliculus

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