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Compared with a parallel-fibered muscle of similar size, a pennate muscle can generally produce more force primarily because it has what characteristic?
Correct Answer:
Greater physiological cross-sectional area
Explanation:
Pennation allows more fibers to be packed into a given muscle volume, increasing physiological cross-sectional area and potential force production.

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