The Peripheral Nerve Fibers That Measure the Degree of Stretch

question 64

Multiple Choice

The peripheral nerve fibers that measure the degree of stretch in the biceps brachii muscle and its tendons are classified as

• A) general somatic sensory.
• B) general visceral motor.
• C) general somatic motor.
• D) special visceral sensory.

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