How does the patella increase the mechanical advantage of the quadriceps muscle group?

How does the patella increase the mechanical advantage of the quadriceps muscle group?
A . It increases the area in which the quadriceps tendon exerts force
B . It maintains the moment arm through which the quadriceps tendon exerts force
C . It increases the length of the quadriceps tendon
D . It provides another surface for the quadriceps tendon to exert force

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Answer: B