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The muscle which on contraction rotates the forearm to make the palm face upward and forward is

A

Pronator

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B

Supinator

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Abductor

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Adductor

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Solution

The correct option is B
Supinator

Supinator is located in the posterior compartment of the forearm. This helps in rotation of the hand or forearm so that the palm face is facing upward and forward.

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