A reflex arc in which both the receptor and effector organs of the reflex are on the same side of the spinal cord is
A)monosynaptic.
B)polysynaptic.
C)ipsilateral.
D)contralateral.
E)None of the choices is correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If the receptor and effector organs of a reflex arc are on the same side of the spinal cord, the reflex is considered ipsilateral. Monosynaptic and polysynaptic refer to the number of synapses involved in the reflex arc, while contralateral means the receptor and effector organs are on opposite sides of the body. Therefore, the best choice is C, ipsilateral.

A Reflex Arc in Which Both the Receptor and Effector