Which of the following muscles of the head and neck originates on the sternum and clavicle, and inserts on the mastoid process?
A)Scalenes
B)Trapezius
C)Splenius capitis
D)Sternocleidomastoid
E)Semispinalis capitis

Question

Which of the  following muscles of the head and neck originates on the sternum and clavicle, and inserts on the mastoid process?
A)Scalenes
B)Trapezius
C)Splenius capitis
D)Sternocleidomastoid
E)Semispinalis capitis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sternocleidomastoid muscle originates on the sternum and clavicle and inserts on the mastoid process. The other muscles listed have different origins and/or insertions.

Which of the Following Muscles of the Head and Neck