Which of the Following Statements About Rods and Cones in the Retina

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about rods and cones in the retina is TRUE?

• A)Cones enable us to see in dim light;rods provide color vision.
• B)Rods and cones all have the same kind of opsin.
• C)Cones are found in highest density in the fovea;rods are more prevalent near the edges of the retina.
• D)Rods require brighter light to activate them than do cones.
• E)Rods provide higher visual acuity than do cones.

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