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javeds

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An important function of the monosynaptic stretch reflex is to
 
  a. coordinate the movements of the flexors on each limb.
  b. smooth out muscle contractions.
  c. provide feedback to the brain about motor activity.
  d. alter the speed with which an arm moves while throwing a ball.
  e. help maintain posture.

Question 2

The functional significance of the Golgi tendon organs is to
 
  a. allow us to lift heavy loads.
  b. reduce muscle relaxation.
  c. maintain muscle tone.
  d. simultaneously contract flexor and extensor muscles.
  e. prevent the tearing of muscle fibers from a tendon.


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Leostella20

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: e. help maintain posture.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: e. prevent the tearing of muscle fibers from a tendon.


javeds

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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