Which of the abdominal muscles inserts on the xiphoid process of the sternum?
A)Rectus abdominis
B)Transversus abdominis
C)Internal oblique
D)External oblique
E)None of these choices is correct.

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The rectus abdominis muscle is a paired muscle that runs vertically along the anterior abdominal wall. It originates from the pubic bone and inserts on the xiphoid process of the sternum and the costal cartilages of the 5th to 7th ribs. Therefore, option A is the correct choice.

Which of the Abdominal Muscles Inserts on the Xiphoid Process