Which of the following is true regarding the tendon reflex?
A) It causes a muscle that is being stretched to contract.
B) It makes the contralateral motor neurons contract.
C) It makes the ipsilateral motor neurons relax.
D) It prevents overcontraction of a muscle.
E) It causes a tendon to contract.

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The tendon reflex, also known as the Golgi tendon reflex, prevents overcontraction of a muscle by causing it to relax when tension is too high, thus protecting the muscle and tendon from damage.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Tendon Reflex