A contraction that generates enough force to move a load is known as ________, whereas one that generates force that equals the load is known as ________.
A) isotropic, isometric
B) isometric, eccentric
C) isotonic, isometric
D) isometric, isotonic
E) isotonic, eccentric

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Isotonic contractions are those where the muscle changes length (either shortening or lengthening) to move a load, while isometric contractions occur when the muscle generates force without changing length, effectively equaling the load without moving it.

A Contraction That Generates Enough Force to Move a Load