Tendinous intersections
a. attach the rectus abdominis muscles to the xiphoid process
b. divide the rectus abdominis muscles into segments
c. separate the abdominal wall from the thigh
d. are the sites where blood vessels exit the abdomen into the thigh
e. are the central point of attachment for all the abdominal muscles
Answer: b. divide the rectus abdominis muscles into segments
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