Which of the following describes the action of the serratus anterior?
A) adducts the arm
B) adducts and flexes the humerus
C) protracts the shoulder, abducts and medially rotates the scapula
D) medial rotation of the humerus
E) lateral rotation of the humerus

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The serratus anterior muscle protracts the shoulder by pulling the scapula forward around the ribcage. It also helps to abduct and medially rotate the scapula, which is necessary for overhead movement of the arm.

Which of the Following Describes the Action of the Serratus