Asked by Ebtisam Mohammed on Jul 02, 2024

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As aging occurs, muscle contractions ____.

A) do not change
B) become slower
C) become stronger
D) become faster
E) become absent

Muscle Contractions

The process by which muscle fibers produce force and shorten, resulting in movement or maintenance of posture.

  • Discuss the impact of aging on muscle contractions and the musculoskeletal system.
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Kaitlynn Heiss6 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
As people age, their muscle contractions tend to become slower due to changes in muscle composition and a decrease in the overall number of muscle fibers. This can affect both the speed and strength of muscle contractions.