Which of the Following Is the Best Explanation of How

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best explanation of how a stimulus' strength is transmitted to the central nervous system from sensory nerves?

• A) More than one type of receptor will respond to larger stimulus.
• B) An action potential will increase in strength as stimulus's strength increases.
• C) Action potential frequency is increased as stimulus' strength increases.
• D) Action potentials as well as graded potentials are sent to the central nervous system when stimulus strength increases.

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