Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 311

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) A neuron fires in response to every message it receives.
• B) Signals above the threshold of excitation will prevent a neuron from firing.
• C) Impulses in myelinated neurons may reach speeds of nearly 400 feet per second.
• D) The strength (intensity) of a neuron's action potential depends on the strength of its excitation.

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where unacceptable impulses are transformed into their opposite, often in exaggerated form.

Behavioral Form

An observable expression or manifestation of an individual's behavior, often analyzed in psychological studies.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism whereby individuals justify or explain their behavior or feelings in a seemingly logical or rational way, often to avoid confronting the true motives or emotions underlying their behavior.

Intellectualization

A defense mechanism where a person engages in excessive abstract thinking to avoid dealing with emotional issues.