Which statement correctly distinguishes a tendon from a l...

Which statement correctly distinguishes a tendon from a ligament?

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ATendons connect bone to bone; ligaments connect muscle to bone.

Tendons connect muscle to bone; ligaments connect bone to bone.

CTendons are made of smooth muscle; ligaments are made of skeletal muscle.

DTendons contain neurons; ligaments contain red blood cells.

EThere is no difference - both terms mean the same structure.

Explanation

A tendon transmits force from muscle to bone. A ligament stabilizes joints by connecting bone to bone. The other options swap roles or describe incorrect tissue types.

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