Stiffness or tenseness of muscles and inaccurate voluntary movements is known as
A)choreoathetosis.
B)atonicity.
C)spasticity.
D)reflexivity.

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Stiffness or tenseness of muscles is known as spasticity which is often associated with inaccurate voluntary movements. Choice A (choreoathetosis) refers to a combination of involuntary movements, including twisting and writhing (chorea) as well as slow, writhing movements (athetosis). Choice B (atonicity) refers to weakness or lack of muscle tone, while choice D (reflexivity) refers to the ability of muscles to contract in response to stimuli.

Stiffness or Tenseness of Muscles and Inaccurate Voluntary Movements Is