A sphincter has

A. fibers arranged in a parallel form.
B. muscle fibers concentrically arranged.
C. widespread muscle fibers that converge on a common attachment site.
D. fascicles that alternate superiorly and inferiorly.
E. fascicles arranged obliquely to their tendon.


Answer: B

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