The activity of alpha motor neurons innervating an extensor muscle can be inhibited by activation of the Golgi tendon organs near the muscle.

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Golgi tendon organs are sensory receptors located in tendons that detect changes in tension generated by the contraction of a muscle. When the tension in the tendon is too high, Golgi tendon organs can activate inhibitory interneurons in the spinal cord that inhibit the activity of alpha motor neurons innervating the same muscle, leading to muscle relaxation and prevention of injury. This is known as the Golgi tendon reflex. Therefore, the statement is true.

The Activity of Alpha Motor Neurons Innervating an Extensor Muscle