The stretch reflex _______________________.
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protects the muscle against damage and maintains tone of the muscle; |
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causes a sudden relaxation of extrafusal muscle fibers; |
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causes a sudden relaxation of intrafusal muscle fibers; |
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protects the muscle against excessive muscle contraction; |
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none of the alternatives provided is correct; |
CORRECT - Yes, the stretch reflex protects the muscle against damage due to excessive stretching and maintains the functional tone of the muscle.
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