Explanation Explanation/justification for the correct answer: Rectus spinae is the muscle that maintains the upright posture of the human body and straightens the spine after bending of waist whereas rectus abdominis flexes waist (as it bends forward) and vertebral column (at lumbar region). Hence, both the muscles work as antagonists. Explanation for incorrect answer: Semispinalis thoracis: This muscle controls the contralateral rotation and extension of the vertebral column and does not involve in maintaining the movement of the vertebral column as rectus spinae...

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Antagonists are the muscles that oppose the action of the prime mover (responsible for most of the force production during a joint movement).

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