The knee jerk reflex (when the quadriceps muscles contract after the patellar tendon is tapped) is directed by the
A) autonomic nervous system.
B) somatic nervous system.

Name: The knee jerk reflex (when the quadriceps muscles contract after the patellar tendon is tapped) is directed by the A) autonomic nervous system. B) somatic nervous system.
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The knee jerk reflex is a somatic reflex, which involves the somatic nervous system responsible for voluntary muscle movements and reflex arcs.

The Knee Jerk Reflex (When the Quadriceps Muscles Contract After