Question

question 6 of 20
what is the correct definition of voluntary muscles?
a. muscles that contract without conscious control.
b. muscles that connect at either or both ends of a bone and move parts of the skeleton.
c. muscles that occur close to the skin, and rest on top of other, deeper muscles.
d. muscles that exist deeper within the body, underneath superficial muscles.

Explanation:

Voluntary muscles are those we can control consciously. They are attached to bones and help in moving the skeleton. Option A describes involuntary muscles. Options C and D describe muscle - location relationships rather than the nature of voluntary muscles.

Answer:

B. Muscles that connect at either or both ends of a bone and move parts of the skeleton.