Eccentric muscle contractions occur when
A) a person slowly lowers a heavy weight.
B) no tension is developed in the muscle.
C) a person rapidly raises a lighter weight.
D) the length of the muscle decreases.
Answer: A) a person slowly lowers a heavy weight.
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