The Branching Extensions of Nerve Cells That Receive Incoming Signals

question 186

Multiple Choice

The branching extensions of nerve cells that receive incoming signals from sensory receptors or from other neurons are called the

• A) axons.
• B) synapses.
• C) dendrites.
• D) neurotransmitters.

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Option

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Receive

To obtain or accept something given, presented, or transmitted to you.

Pay

The salary or wage that is given to an employee by an employer in exchange for their work.

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