Increases in muscle tension in the absence of any shortening of the muscle are said to be
A) contractions.
B) dynamic.
C) extensions.
D) isometric.
E) synergistic.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Isometric contractions occur when the muscle contracts, but there is no change in the length of the muscle. This results in an increase in muscle tension without any shortening or lengthening of the muscle. Therefore, option D, isometric, is the correct answer.

Increases in Muscle Tension in the Absence of Any Shortening