Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of a Somatic

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of a somatic reflex?

• A) regulation of blood pressure
• B) regulation of muscle length
• C) regulation of muscle tension
• D) withdrawal of a limb from a painful stimulus

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Definitions:

Cancer

Malignant cell growth, which may occur in many organ systems in the body.

Suppress

The act of consciously avoiding or holding back thoughts, emotions, or impulses that are deemed unacceptable or inconvenient.

Ruminate

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which are often sad or dark, without coming to any resolution.

Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables where they both increase or decrease together.