-Receptors for the general senses are found
A) in a few clusters.
B) only in the integumentary system.
C) widely distributed throughout the body.
D) throughout the visceral organs.
E) only in the skin. HAPS Learning Outcome: H06.01 Describe exteroceptors, interoceptors and proprioceptors in terms of the general location of each in the body and the origin of the stimuli that each receives. Learning Outcome: 09.02A List the general senses and the receptor type associated with each.

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-Receptors for the general senses are found
A) in a few clusters. 
B) only in the integumentary system. 
C) widely distributed throughout the body. 
D) throughout the visceral organs. 
E) only in the skin. HAPS Learning Outcome: H06.01 Describe exteroceptors, interoceptors and proprioceptors in terms of the general location of each in the body and the origin of the stimuli that each receives. Learning Outcome: 09.02A List the general senses and the receptor type associated with each.

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Receptors for the general senses are widely distributed throughout the body, including in the skin, muscles, joints, and other areas, allowing the body to detect temperature, pain, touch, and proprioception among other sensations.

-Receptors for the General Senses Are Found