Which of the Following Is NOT True of the Latch

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of the latch state of smooth muscle contraction?

• A) Myosin phosphatase removes the phosphate group from myosin.
• B) It explains why smooth muscle can sustain tension for long periods of time.
• C) It occurs when the phosphate is removed while the cross-bridges are attached to actin.
• D) It occurs when the phosphate is removed while the cross-bridges are not attached to actin.
• E) It allows contraction without a large energy expenditure.

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