A somatic spinal reflex that involves one effector muscle being stimulated while the opposing muscle is inhibited is called _____ innervation.
A)reversal
B)relaxed
C)representative
D)reciprocal
E)relegated

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Reciprocal innervation refers to the simultaneous contraction of one muscle and the relaxation of its antagonist. This is achieved through the activation of sensory neurons, interneurons and motor neurons in the spinal cord.

A Somatic Spinal Reflex That Involves One Effector Muscle Being