Question

in this theory of muscle growth, muscle fibers are able to split and create new fibers.
a. hypertrophy
b. hyperplasia
c. atrophy
d. none of the above

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

• Option A (hypertrophy) refers to an increase in muscle fiber size, not the creation of new fibers.
• Option B (hyperplasia) is the process where cells (here, muscle fibers) divide to form new cells/fibers, matching the description.
• Option C (atrophy) is the decrease in muscle mass, opposite of growth.
• Option D is incorrect as B is a valid match.

Answer:

B. hyperplasia