If the Size of the Receptive Fields of Somatic Neurons

question 14

Multiple Choice

If the size of the receptive fields of somatic neurons in the arm increased, would the acuity of sensation in the arm be affected?

• A) decreased acuity
• B) increased acuity
• C) no change in acuity

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