Paralysis of which of the following muscles would make an individual unable to flex the knee?
A) soleus
B) gluteal muscles
C) brachioradialis
D) hamstring muscles

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The hamstring muscles are responsible for flexing the knee joint. Paralysis of these muscles would result in an inability to flex the knee. The soleus is a muscle in the calf that is responsible for plantarflexion of the foot. The gluteal muscles are responsible for hip extension and abduction. The brachioradialis is a muscle in the forearm that is responsible for elbow flexion.

Paralysis of Which of the Following Muscles Would Make an Individual