Question

why is the standing quadriceps stretch a better stretching exercise than the sitting quadriceps stretch? a. it stretches the quadriceps muscle further. b. it can also be performed while lying down. c. it exerts less force on the knees. d. it causes sideways torque on the knees. please select the best answer from the choices provided. o a o b o c o d

Explanation:

The standing quadriceps stretch allows for a greater range - of - motion and can stretch the quadriceps muscle further compared to the sitting version. Option B is incorrect as standing stretch is not performed lying down. Option C is wrong because standing may exert more knee force. Option D is incorrect as causing sideways torque on knees is not a positive aspect and not characteristic of why it's a better stretch.

Answer:

A. It stretches the quadriceps muscle further.