The Reflex That Prevents a Muscle from Exerting Too Much

question 18

Multiple Choice

The reflex that prevents a muscle from exerting too much tension is the

• A) stretch reflex.
• B) tendon reflex.
• C) flexor reflex.
• D) crossed extensor reflex.
• E) reciprocal reflex.

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