Which Muscle Can Be Seen on the Lateral Thigh

Question

Which muscle can be seen on the lateral thigh?
A) vastus medialis
B) rectus femoris
C) adductor muscles
D) iliotibial muscle

Accepted Answer

The iliotibial muscle is a long and thick muscle that runs down the lateral (outer) side of the thigh, making it visible from the side. The vastus medialis, rectus femoris, and adductor muscles are located on the anterior (front) and medial (inner) side of the thigh, respectively, and are not visible from a lateral view.