Question

a muscle that stabilizes the origin of the agonist is called a(n)
fixator.
synergist.
agonist.
antagonist.
prime mover.

Explanation:

• Fixator: A fixator muscle stabilizes the origin of the agonist muscle, allowing the agonist to work more efficiently.
• Synergist: A synergist muscle assists the agonist muscle in performing a movement.
• Agonist: The agonist muscle is the primary muscle that contracts to perform a movement.
• Antagonist: The antagonist muscle opposes the action of the agonist muscle.
• Prime mover: The prime mover is another term for the agonist muscle.

Answer:

A. fixator