The common action of the pectoralis minor, subclavius, and serratus anterior muscles is to ________

A) rotate the scapula
B) stabilize the pectoral girdle when the shoulder moves
C) elevate the ribs
D) protract the shoulder


B

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The surface of the heart is formed by a membrane called the ________.

A. parietal peritoneum B. parietal pericardium C. visceral peritoneum D. visceral pericardium E. parietal pleura

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Explain why inulin is used to measure glomerular filtration rate (GFR).

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of synovial joints?

a) Contain a joint cavity b) Are freely moveable c) Articulating bones are covered with hyaline cartilage d) Include elastic cartilage e) Have ligaments holding the joint together

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