Certain Pesticides Inhibit Acetylcholinesterase

question 47

Multiple Choice

Certain pesticides inhibit acetylcholinesterase. What effects would this have on muscle fibers?

• A) it would lead to increased muscle contractions
• B) it would lead to increased muscle relaxation
• C) it would lead to decreased muscle contractions
• D) it would not change muscle fiber activity

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