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Why do muscles work in pairs? Why is the biceps and triceps a good exampke

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One muscle is for "pushing" against a force, and the opposite part of the pair of muscles "pulls". If you push someone in front of you away from you, you're using your triceps. If you pull someone closer to you, the bicep works.
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