Questions: is a muscle shape where the muscle is a broad area that converges to a common attachment point
Parallel
Circular
Pennate
Convergent
Transcript text: is a muscle shape where the muscle is a broad area that converges to a common attachment point
Parallel
Circular
Pennate
Convergent
Solution
The answer is the fourth one (Convergent): a muscle shape where the muscle is a broad area that converges to a common attachment point.
Explanation for each option:
Parallel: In parallel muscles, the fibers run parallel to the long axis of the muscle. This is not the correct description for a muscle that converges to a common point.
Circular: Circular muscles, also known as sphincters, are arranged in concentric circles. This does not describe a muscle that converges to a common point.
Pennate: Pennate muscles have fibers that attach obliquely to a central tendon, resembling a feather. This is not the correct description for a muscle that converges to a common point.
Convergent: Convergent muscles have a broad origin and the fibers converge to a single point, which matches the description given in the question.
In summary, the correct answer is "Convergent" as it accurately describes a muscle shape where the muscle is a broad area that converges to a common attachment point.