What is the primary role of the interneuron (association neuron)?
A) carry information from the central nervous system to muscles and/or the viscera
B) form a lipid-protein (lipoprotein) cell membrane on the outside of axons
C) transmit nerve impulses from the skin and organs to the central nervous system
D) connect motor and sensory neurons in their pathways
E) detect the amount of stretch in skeletal muscles or tendons and their joints

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The primary role of the interneuron (association neuron) is to connect motor and sensory neurons in their pathways. They integrate and interpret information from sensory neurons and transmit signals to motor neurons, allowing for coordinated movements and responses. Interneurons are also involved in higher-order processing and decision making within the central nervous system.

What Is the Primary Role of the Interneuron (Association Neuron)