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13. The Peripheral Nervous System / Reflex Arcs / Problem 1

Which of the following statements about the simple stretch reflex is true?

A

It is often initiated by a sudden and quick stretch or lengthening of a muscle.

B

The afferent neurons carrying the sensory information are processed in the cortex.

C

The sensory neurons make direct, multisynaptic connections with alpha motor neurons.

D

All of the above.

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