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GTO (golgi tendon organ)
A) Inhibit
B) Excite
C) Contract
D) Relax

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Final answer:

The GTO (Golgi tendon organ) responds to changes in tension in the muscle and helps to relax the muscle when tension reaches a certain threshold.

Step-by-step explanation:

The GTO (Golgi tendon organ) is an organ found in tendons that responds to changes in tension, or force, in the muscle. When the tension in the muscle reaches a certain threshold, the GTO sends signals to inhibit the muscle activity, causing it to relax. Therefore, the correct answer to your question is option D) Relax.

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