The Golgi tendon reflex

A. helps to gain balance through a complex series of muscular contractions.
B. helps to overcome pain.
C. prevents muscles from contracting.
D. prevents skeletal muscles from tensing excessively.
E. aids in sending sensory information to the muscles.


Answer: D

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