Which of the following is most likely to increase the sensitivity of the stretch reflex?
A) Cutting dorsal root fibers associated with muscle in which stretch reflex is being examined
B) Increasing activity of medullary reticular nuclei
C) Bending head forward
D) Increased activity in fusimotor (gamma motor neuron) system
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