Which of the following time periods is termed electromechanical delay?

A. the time required for conduction of the nerve impulse to the neuromuscular junction
B. the time required for a muscle to reach peak tension after the development of tension is initiated
C. the time required for the muscle to initiate the development of tension after receipt of the nerve impulse
D. the time required for the nerve impulse to cross the neuromuscular junction


Answer: C

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