Which muscle originates from the anterolateral surface of the sacrum?

A) adductor brevis
B) obturator externus
C) quadratus femoris
D) piriformis


D
Explanation:
A) The adductor brevis originates from the inferior ramus of the pubis.
B) The obturator externus originates from the obturator foramen.
C) The quadratus femoris originates from the ischial tuberosity.

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