Which moves causes opposition of the thumb?
A) adductor pollicis
B) opponens pollicis
C) abductor pollicis brevis
D) flexor pollicis brevis

Name: Which moves causes opposition of the thumb? A) adductor pollicis B) opponens pollicis C) abductor pollicis brevis D) flexor pollicis brevis
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.8 (33 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The opponens pollicis muscle is responsible for opposing the thumb towards the other fingers, creating opposition. The other three muscles listed do not cause opposition of the thumb.

Which Moves Causes Opposition of the Thumb