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Jules Kalmowitz
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The knee-jerk reflex involves which of the following?

A) Sensory and motor neurons
B) Sensory neuron, interneuron, and motor neuron
C) Sensory neuron, motor neuron, and inhibitory interneurons
D) Sensory neuron and interneuron
E) The brain

Knee-Jerk Reflex

Another term for the patellar reflex, indicating the spontaneous kicking movement of the lower leg in response to a sharp tap on the patellar tendon.

Inhibitory Interneurons

Neurons that decrease the likelihood of a target neuron firing, playing a key role in the modulation of neural circuits.

  • Comprehend the idea of reflex actions, covering their components and varieties.
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Brock LeitherOct 23, 2024
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