Match each term with its corresponding description.
-Muscles that directly oppose prime movers
A)Antagonists
B)Fixators
C)Prime movers
D)Synergists

Question

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Antagonists are muscles that act in opposition to the prime mover muscle.

Answer: B
 Fixators are muscles that stabilize the origin of the prime mover muscle.

Answer: C
 Prime movers are the main muscles responsible for producing a particular movement.

Answer: D
 Synergists are muscles that work together with the prime movers to produce a particular movement.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Description