In the Context of a Simple Neural Circuit That Responds

question 40

Multiple Choice

In the context of a simple neural circuit that responds to motion, direction and speed tuning of neurons:

• A) results in inhibition of firing when a stimulus with a direction of motion near the preferred one is used.
• B) produce firing in a discontinuous manner.
• C) are all-or-none events.
• D) have a gradual falloff from the preferred direction or speed to nearby directions or speeds.

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