During NMES, what pattern of recruitment of motor units will most likely occur?

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During NMES, motor units are recruited in a spatial and temporal pattern, meaning that smaller motor units are recruited before larger motor units, and there is a gradual increase in the number of motor units recruited as the intensity of stimulation increases. This allows for a smooth and gradual increase in muscle tension and contraction. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer. Choice B and C are incorrect as they only consider size of motor units and not their recruitment pattern. Choice D is also incorrect as it implies that only the largest motor units are recruited during NMES, which is not the case.

During NMES, What Pattern of Recruitment of Motor Units Will