Figure 12- 1 The Spinal Cord
Use Figure 12- 1 to answer the following questions:
-The flexor reflex
A) prevents a muscle from generating damaging tension.
B) prevents a muscle from overstretching.
C) moves a limb away from a painful stimulus.
D) usually depends on cranial neurons.
E) is an example of a monosynaptic reflex.

Question

Figure 12- 1 The Spinal Cord
Use Figure 12- 1 to answer the following questions:
-The flexor reflex
A) prevents a muscle from generating damaging tension. 
B) prevents a muscle from overstretching. 
C) moves a limb away from a painful stimulus. 
D) usually depends on cranial neurons. 
E) is an example of a monosynaptic reflex.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The flexor reflex is a polysynaptic reflex that moves a limb away from a painful stimulus, such as pulling your hand back after touching something hot.

Figure 12- 1 the Spinal Cord