The muscle type that is under voluntary control is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The muscle type that is under voluntary control is:
A. Smooth muscle
B. Cardiac muscle
C. Visceral muscle
D. Skeletal muscle
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Skeletal muscle, attached to bones, is striated and under conscious (voluntary) control. Smooth and cardiac muscles are involuntary. Skeletal muscles are responsible for locomotion and posture.

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