What Is the Relationship Between the Receptors and Neuronal Pathways

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between the receptors and neuronal pathways for taste and smell?

• A) Taste and smell share the same receptors but use different neuronal pathways.
• B) Taste and smell use different receptors but share the same neuronal pathways.
• C) Taste and smell each rely upon only 5 taste/smell sensations, but use different neuronal pathways.
• D) The receptors and neuronal pathways for taste and smell are independent.

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