Which of These Characteristics Separates Primates from Other Mammals

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of these characteristics separates primates from other mammals?

• A) Precision grip
• B) Placental young
• C) Parental care of young
• D) Tree- dwelling
• E) Mammary glands

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Definitions:

Knee-Jerk Reflex

A rapid, automatic response to a stimulus, such as a tap on the knee tendon, that tests the integrity of the nervous system.

Stretch Reflex

A muscle contraction in response to stretching within the muscle, a neural mechanism maintaining muscle tone and posture.

Tibial Nerve

A branch of the sciatic nerve that extends down the lower leg, responsible for innervating various parts of the foot and leg.

Medial Plantar Nerves

Nerves that supply sensation and muscle control to the medial aspect of the bottom of the foot, involved in the movements and sensory perception of the foot.