In an accident,the extensor muscles across the back of the fingers of one hand are completely severed.What is the result if no surgery is done to rejoin them?
A)The fingers will dangle and extend out limp.
B)The fingers will curl and remain permanently flexed.
C)The fingers will forcibly extend and remain extended.
D)Hand movements will continue as before the accident.
E)It depends on how the muscles heal.

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Without surgical repair, the extensor muscles will not be able to extend the fingers and the flexor muscles will overpower them, causing the fingers to curl and become permanently flexed.

In an Accident,the Extensor Muscles Across the Back of the Fingers