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GATE 2020 BM – Question 12

Biomechanics · Muscles and Joint Kinematics · 1 mark · Multiple choice

A seated person has feet on the ground and rises to stand. Which listed kinematic motion does NOT occur as part of this rising movement?

  1. Hip extension
  2. Plantar flexion
  3. Hip flexion
  4. Knee extension

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Correct answer: (C) Hip flexion

Explanation

Rising from the seated posture extends the hip and knee; ankle plantar-flexion motion can contribute as the body rises. Hip flexion is the opposite of the primary hip extension of standing up, so C is the intended absent movement in the simplified motion description.

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