Which kind of receptor responds to increases in muscle tension?

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Golgi tendon organs are located in the tendons and respond to increases in muscle tension. When the tension in the muscle increases, the Golgi tendon organ signals the nervous system to decrease the muscle tension, preventing injury. The other options (B) Golgi spindle and (C) muscle spindle are sensory receptors located in the muscle that respond to changes in muscle length and tension, respectively. (D) Golgi muscle organ is not a known receptor and is not a valid option.

Which Kind of Receptor Responds to Increases in Muscle Tension