An individual accidentally transected the spinal cord between T₁ and L₁. This would result in ________.
A) paraplegia
B) hemiplegia
C) quadriplegia
D) spinal shock only

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Transection of the spinal cord between T₁ and L₁ would result in paraplegia because it would affect the nerve pathways responsible for motor and sensory function of the lower limbs, but not the arms, torso, or head. The individual would have no movement or sensation from the waist down.

An Individual Accidentally Transected the Spinal Cord Between T₁ and L₁