The phasic Ia stretch reflex:
A. has a polysynaptic reflex arc
B. acts to maintain a constant level of tension in the muscle
C. is initiated by a receptor that lies in series with the extrafusal fibers
D. has its sensitivity controlled by the gamma motor neuron system
ANS: D
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