All of the following are composite muscles except ____________?
Correct answer: B. Rectus femoris
- A. Pectineus
- B. Rectus femoris
- C. Adductor magnus
- D. Biceps femoris
Explanation
Rectus femoris is a single quadriceps muscle supplied by the femoral nerve, whereas pectineus, adductor magnus and biceps femoris contain components reflecting different developmental or nerve-supply patterns. Thus rectus femoris is the exception.
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