Which of the following is true concerning isotonic concentric contraction?

A. The muscle tenses, but length remains unchanged.
B. The muscle lengthens, and tension declines.
C. The muscle shortens, but tension remains constant.
D. The muscle tenses and shortens.
E. The muscle lengthens, but tension remains constant.


Answer: C

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