How many muscles are used in the movement of a bone?

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Solution

The correct option is B 2
2 muscles namely flexor and extensor are involved in the movement of the bone. This is because a muscle cannot work in 2 directions. It can only pull a bone, but cannot push it. So, option B is the correct answer.

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