Based on its name, which of the following best describes characteristics of the biceps femoris muscle?
A)Has two insertions and found in the leg.
B)Has two bellies and found in the thigh.
C)Has two origins and found in the thigh.
D)Has two origins and found in the arm.
E)Has two insertions and found in the thigh.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The prefix "bi-" means two, and "ceps" refers to heads or origins. "Femoris" refers to the femur bone in the thigh. Therefore, the biceps femoris muscle has two origins and is found in the thigh.

Based on Its Name, Which of the Following Best Describes