Question

contraction of the lateral muscle of the thigh results in _______.
o adduction of the thigh
o abduction of the thigh
o extension of the thigh
o flexion of the thigh
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Explanation:

The lateral muscle of the thigh is involved in moving the thigh away from the mid - line of the body. Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the mid - line of the body, while adduction is movement towards the mid - line, extension is straightening, and flexion is bending.

Answer:

abduction of the thigh