Question

multiple choice question
what is the function of proprioceptors?
they monitor heart rate and blood pressure.
they detect auditory stimuli.
they detect body position and the state of skeletal muscle contraction.
they detect tissue damage and other pain - causing stimuli in the viscera.

Explanation:

Proprioceptors are sensory receptors that provide information about body - position and muscle state, such as the degree of muscle contraction and joint position.

Answer:

They detect body position and the state of skeletal muscle contraction.