An Individual's Total Number of Muscle Fibers Is a Fixed

question 11

Multiple Choice

An individual's total number of muscle fibers is a fixed amount by the time of adolescence, but what type of muscular growth changes can still occur beyond this developmental stage?

• A)Muscle atrophy resulting in increased muscle mass
• B)Muscle hypertrophy resulting in increased muscle mass
• C)No changes are possible to affect muscle growth past puberty except cutting overall body fat percentage for improved appearance of muscle
• D)Affecting hormonal rates through medical intervention to increase muscle fiber counts

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