Dendrites are projections that extend from the cell body of a neuron.A large array of dendrites would allow the neuron to
A) send information over a long distance.
B) process information more quickly.
C) convert information into more action potentials.
D) make more contact with glial cells.
E) collect information from many other cells.

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Dendrites are responsible for collecting information from other neurons or receptors and sending those signals to the cell body. More dendrites mean that the neuron can collect information from a larger number of sources, allowing it to process more information and make better-informed decisions.

Dendrites Are Projections That Extend from the Cell Body of a Neuron.A