When a hip strategy is used for balance control in response to a posterior displacement of the support surface, which muscle groups are activated and in what sequence?
A)Abdominals followed by the quadriceps
B)Quadriceps followed by the abdominals
C)Hamstrings followed by the paraspinals
D)Paraspinals followed by the hamstrings

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The abdominals are activated first to stabilize the pelvis and prevent it from tilting backward. The quadriceps are then activated to extend the knee and prevent the body from falling forward.

When a Hip Strategy Is Used for Balance Control in Response