The classic gate-control theory suggests that pain is experienced when small nerve fibers activate and open a neural gate in the
A) basilar membrane.
B) semicircular canals.
C) olfactory bulb.
D) spinal cord.

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The classic gate-control theory proposes that pain is experienced when small nerve fibers activate and open a neural gate in the spinal cord. This neural gate either allows or blocks pain signals from reaching the brain, based on other sensory inputs and cognitive factors.

The Classic Gate-Control Theory Suggests That Pain Is Experienced When