This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Lower Extremity, Subject name: Anatomy
Popliteus muscle arises from - 
Select and explain. 
A. Lateral surface of medial femoral condyle, B. Lateral surface of lateral femoral condyle, C. Posterolateral aspect of tibia, D. Anterior tibial eminence
B: Lateral surface of lateral femoral condyle
Answer: B: Lateral surface of lateral femoral condyle 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Lateral surface of lateral femoral condyle Popliteus* Popliteus is a deep muscle of posterior compartment of leg.* Features of popletius are -Origin# Lateral surface of lateral condyle of femur, origin is intracapsular.# Outer margin of lateral meniscus of knee.Insertion# Posterior surface of shaft of tibia above soleal line.Nerve supply# Tibial nerveAction# Ulocks knee joint by lateral rotation of femur on tibia prior flexion.# Accessory flexor of knee.