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WAEC Biology 1995 Question 7

Question 7

Support and Movement

Which of the following statements is correct? The

  1. A.biceps muscles has its origin on the head of the humerus
  2. B.biceps muscle is inserted at the ulna
  3. C.triceps muscle originated at the scapula and head of the humerus
  4. D.ulna is pulled up when the biceps is relaxed
  5. E.radius is the point of insertion of triceps muscle
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (triceps muscle originated at the scapula and head of the humerus)

Explanation

The triceps arises from the scapula and humerus and is inserted on the ulna; the biceps is inserted on the radius.