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What Is the Difference Between a Somatic Reflex and an Autonomic

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What is the difference between a somatic reflex and an autonomic reflex?


A) A somatic reflex is caused by contraction of smooth or cardiac muscles, whereas an autonomic reflex consists of skeletal muscle contraction.
B) A somatic reflex is caused by secretion of glands, whereas an autonomic reflex consists of contraction of smooth and skeletal muscles.
C) A somatic reflex is caused by contraction of skeletal muscles, whereas an autonomic reflex consists of contraction of smooth or cardiac muscle or secretions of glands.
D) A somatic reflex is caused by contraction of smooth or cardiac muscles, whereas an autonomic reflex consists of the secretions of glands.

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