Muscular endurance depends on the

A. efficiency of the heart muscle and circulatory system.
B. effectiveness of the brain and skeletal muscles to work together.
C. efficiency of the local skeletal muscles and oxygen from the cardiorespiratory system
D. effectiveness of the central nervous system to send fast signals to the muscles being moved.


Answer: C

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