Final answer:
The central region of intrafusal fibers is maintained under stretch to prevent loss of information in the muscle. Higher frequency of motor neuron signaling leads to stronger contractions and greater muscle tension.
Step-by-step explanation:
Results in maintained stretch of the central region of intrafusal fibers and an intermediate rate of action potential firing to prevent loss of information in the muscle.
In order to prevent loss of information, the central region of intrafusal fibers is maintained under stretch. This stretch allows for a moderate rate of action potential firing in the muscle.
For example, during wave summation, if the frequency of motor neuron signaling increases, the tension in the motor unit continues to rise until it reaches a peak point, resulting in stronger contractions and greater muscle tension.