Which muscle abducts and medially rotates the thigh, and shifts the weight from one foot to the other when walking?

A. Gluteus maximus
B. Gluteus medius
C. Piriformis
D. Gemellus superior
E. Quadratus femoris


B. Gluteus medius

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