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question 49
skeletal muscles:
a are striated, elongated fibers, and are under voluntary control
b spindle shaped, unstriated and involuntary
c are striated branching fibers that contain intercalated discs
d none of these

Explanation:

Skeletal muscles are striated (have a striped appearance), composed of elongated fibers, and are under voluntary control (we can consciously decide to move them). Option B describes smooth muscles. Option C describes cardiac muscles.

Answer:

A. are striated, elongated fibers, and are under voluntary control