The force of muscle action varies from slight to maximal via increasing the number of motor units recruited and increasing the frequency of motor unit discharge. Oa. True Ob. False
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Motor units are a motor neuron and all the muscle fibers it innervates. Motor unit discharge refers to the firing of action potentials by motor neurons, which leads to muscle contraction. Now, let's analyze the statement. The force of muscle action can indeed Show more…
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