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Question 10 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

When the biceps brachii contracts, the wrist moves closer to the shoulder. This movement is called

Answer
A
flexion.
B
extension.
C
adduction.
D
abduction.

Explanation

When the biceps brachii contracts, it bends the elbow, bringing the forearm and wrist closer to the shoulder. Bending a joint and decreasing its angle is called flexion, so the correct choice is flexion. Extension would straighten the elbow; adduction and abduction describe movement toward or away from the body's midline.

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