Which of the following correctly states the proximal and distal attachments of the sternocleidomastoid?
A) Sternal manubrium and lateral one-third of clavicle; mastoid process and lateral half of superior nuchal line
B) Sternal manubrium and medial half of clavicle; mastoid process and medial one-third of superior nuchal line
C) Sternal manubrium and medial one-third of clavicle; mastoid process and lateral half of superior nuchal line
D) Sternal manubrium and lateral half of clavicle; mastoid process and lateral one-third of superior nuchal line
E) Mastoid process and lateral half of superior nuchal line; sternal manubrium, medial one-third of clavicle

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The sternocleidomastoid muscle has its proximal attachments at the sternal manubrium and the medial one-third of the clavicle, and its distal attachments at the mastoid process and the lateral half of the superior nuchal line.

Which of the Following Correctly States the Proximal and Distal