Whereas superficial flexors in the anterior compartment of the forearm originate from the _____ epicondyle of the humerus, the superficial extensors in the posterior compartment of the forearm originate from the _____ epicondyle of the humerus.
A) lateral; medial
B) lateral; lateral
C) medial; lateral
D) medial; medial

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The superficial flexors of the forearm originate from the medial epicondyle of the humerus, which is part of the common flexor tendon, while the superficial extensors originate from the lateral epicondyle, part of the common extensor tendon.

Whereas Superficial Flexors in the Anterior Compartment of the Forearm