Multiple choice: As a child becomes more proficient at running, the leg is accelerated forward after assuming a flexed position. This helps the child run faster by: A. increasing the rotational inertia of the legs B. lowering the rotational inertia of the legs C. increasing torque on the patella D. decreasing torque on the patella E. none of these is correct

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As a child becomes more proficient at running, the leg is accelerated forward after assuming a flexed position. This helps the child run faster by:

A. increasing the rotational inertia of the legs

B. lowering the rotational inertia of the legs

C. increasing torque on the patella

D. decreasing torque on the patella

E. none of these is correct

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