When the term biceps, triceps, or quadriceps forms part of a muscle's name, what does it tell you about the muscle?
A) The muscle is able to change direction twice, three times, or four times faster than other muscles, respectively.
B) The muscle has two, three, or four origins, respectively.
C) The muscle has two, three, or four functions, respectively.
D) The muscle has two, three, or four insertions, respectively.

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When the term biceps, triceps, or quadriceps forms part of a muscle's name, it tells you how many origins the muscle has. Biceps have two origins, triceps have three origins, and quadriceps have four origins.

When the Term Biceps, Triceps, or Quadriceps Forms Part of a Muscle's