HMS, BM EQ-Bank 33 MC

Which statement about Type I (slow twitch) muscle fibres' physiological adaptations is INCORRECT?

They have high oxidative capacity
They produce rapid, powerful contractions
They have high fatigue resistance
They support endurance activities

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\(B\)

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B is correct: Type I (slow twitch) muscle fibres do not produce rapid, powerful contractions – this is a characteristic of Type II (fast twitch) muscle fibres.

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All other options are correct statements about Type I (slow twitch) muscle fibres.