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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Introduction

Question 16 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

How long can a muscle move before it uses up all the energy stored within the muscle tissue?

Answer
A
four to six seconds
B
fifteen seconds
C
thirty to sixty seconds
D
several hours

Explanation

The muscle’s immediately available energy stores, including ATP and creatine phosphate, can support movement for only a few seconds. The best match is four to six seconds, so the correct choice is A.

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