Which of the following is FALSE regarding single-unit smooth muscle cells?

A. They have many gap junctions between cells.
B. They may have pacemaker activity.
C. They have an individual neuron innervating each individual smooth-muscle cell.
D. They exhibit tone.
E. They may respond to stretch by contracting.


Answer: C

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