The Muscle(s) That Adduct(s) the Humerus Is/are The

Question

The muscle(s) that adduct(s) the humerus is/are the
A) coracobrachialis.
B) deltoid.
C) trapezius.
D) latissimus dorsi.
E) coracobrachialis and latissimus dorsi.

Accepted Answer

The coracobrachialis and latissimus dorsi both play a role in adducting the humerus. The coracobrachialis assists in adduction and flexion of the arm at the shoulder, while the latissimus dorsi is involved in the adduction, extension, and medial rotation of the shoulder.