Somatic Reflexes Allow Us to Avoid Damaging Stimuli, and Prevent

question 20

Multiple Choice

Somatic reflexes allow us to avoid damaging stimuli, and prevent harm to the body. What are the characteristics of the reflexive responses that are making them effective?

• A) fast and predictable
• B) short lasting and voluntary
• C) jerky and spastic
• D) changeable each time

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