These muscles elevate the ribs and have their origin on the inferior border of the superior rib and their insertion on the superior border of the inferior rib.

A. Transversus thoracis
B. External intercostals
C. Diaphragm
D. Serratus posterior inferior
E. Internal intercostals


Answer: B

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