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The strongest muscle in the human is

A
Biceps
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Gluteus maximus
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Stapedius
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D
Masseter
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Solution

The correct option is D Masseter
The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body. It is large and powerful because it has the job of keeping the trunk of the body in erect posture. The stapedius is the smallest skeletal muscle in the human body. This muscle dampens the ability of the stapes vibration and protects the inner ear from high noise levels, primarily the volume of our own voice. The strongest muscle in the human is masseter. It is a thick, rectangular muscle of the chewing (mastication) of the human jaw which serves primarily to elevate the mandible (lower jaw).
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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