Temperature-insensitive neurons in the POA and posterior hypothalamus
A) play no role in the maintenance of core temperature.
B) increase their firing rate when temperature reaches a set point.
C) maintain a fairly steady firing rate.
D) increase their firing rate when core temperature increases.

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Temperature-insensitive neurons in the POA and posterior hypothalamus maintain a fairly steady firing rate and are not influenced by changes in core temperature. They are believed to play a role in integrating information from other temperature-sensitive neurons to help maintain the body's overall temperature homeostasis.

Temperature-Insensitive Neurons in the POA and Posterior Hypothalamus