Question

value: 20

biceps brachii and triceps brachii are synergists

true
false

Explanation:

Define muscle relationships

Using the Antagonistic Muscle Pairs knowledge point

• Antagonists are muscles that act in opposition to each other. When one contracts, the other relaxes to allow movement.
• Synergists are muscles that work together to perform the same movement or assist the prime mover.

Analyze biceps and triceps

Using the Antagonistic Muscle Pairs knowledge point

• The biceps brachii flexes the forearm at the elbow joint.
• The triceps brachii extends the forearm at the elbow joint.
• Because they produce opposite movements, they are antagonists, not synergists.
• Therefore, the statement is false.

Answer:

• True
• False (Correct answer)