The Following Are All Functions Associated with the Spinal Cord

question 48

Multiple Choice

The following are all functions associated with the spinal cord except

• A)to protect neurons in both the ascending and descending tracts.
• B)to mediate a reflex such as the withdrawal of a hand from pain.
• C)to conduct sensory information up to the brain.
• D)to conduct motor information down the cord.
• E)to coordinate the alternating contraction of several muscle groups associated with locomotion.

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