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Intercostal muscle occur in?

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Abdomen
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Thigh
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Ribs
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Diaphragm
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Solution

The correct option is C Ribs
Intercostal muscles are several groups of muscles that run between the ribs, and help form and move the chest wall. Theintercostal muscles are mainly involved in the mechanical aspect of breathing. These muscles help expand and shrink the size of the chest cavity to facilitate breathing.Inter-coastal muscles occur in the ribs.
So, the correct option is 'ribs'.

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