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During walking, which muscle is mainly responsible for lifting the foot to clear the ground?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 6 · Science · Body Movements
  1. Tibialis anterior
  2. Tibialis posterior
  3. Peroneus longus
  4. Gastrocnemius
Answer
Tibialis anterior

The correct answer is Tibialis anterior — The other muscles mentioned in the options are not the main lift muscles.

Step-by-step solution

  1. The foot must be lifted during the swing phase of walking to avoid tripping.
  2. The muscle that raises the dorsum of the foot is the tibialis anterior.
  3. Therefore the tibialis anterior is primarily responsible for foot clearance.
  4. The other muscles mentioned in the options are not the main lift muscles.
Common mistake: Confusing tibialis anterior with tibialis posterior

Concept tested: Muscle action in walking

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