The concept of an error signal,when applied to homeostatic adjustments,refers to the fact that the
A)New steady state is often not exactly the same as the set point that existed before the adjustment was necessary
B)Pattern of afferent nerve impulses from receptors is sometimes not adequate for optimal adjustments
C)Integrating centers in the CNS sometimes make errors in analyzing afferent signals from various receptors
D)All of the choices are correct
E)None of the choices are correct

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The error signal refers to the difference between the actual value and the set point of a variable that the body is trying to regulate. After a homeostatic adjustment, the new steady state may not be exactly the same as the original set point, which creates an error signal. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choices B, C, D, and E are not correct because they do not accurately describe the concept of an error signal in homeostasis.

The Concept of an Error Signal,when Applied to Homeostatic Adjustments,refers