Which findings are expected from a musculoskeletal assessment of a left-handed healthy adult? Select all that apply
a. Cervical concave, thoracic convex, and lumbar concave contours of the spine
b. Muscle strength of 3/5 bilaterally
c. Circumference of left upper arm larger than right upper arm
d. Lumbar and thoracic spine flexion of 75 degrees
e. External rotation and abduction of left arm of 90 degrees
f. Flexion of right and left knees of 90 degrees
ANS: A, C, D, E
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