Most Somatosensory Information Is Transmitted to the CNS Via the

question 18

Multiple Choice

Most somatosensory information is transmitted to the CNS via the

• A) Reticular activating system
• B) Anterolateral tract
• C) Dorsal column pathway
• D) Anterior commissures
• E) Lateral spinothalamic tract

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