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The movement described in the question is knee extension. L3 is the myotome for knee extension.
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a
L3
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C8 is the myotome for thumb extension and finger flexion.
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e
C8
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L4 is the myotome for ankle dorsiflexion.
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b
L4
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L5 is the myotome for great toe extension.
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c
L5
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C6 is the myotome for elbow flexion and wrist extension.
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d
C6
Concept
Chapter
2693
4135
Neurology - Brachial plexus injuries
Topic
204
Anatomy
13200
You witness a GP performing a knee examination.

The GP asks the patient to straighten their leg as part of the examination.

Which myotome is being assessed in this movement?
a