Which Statement Is Correct for the Optic Tracts

question 231

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct for the optic tracts?

• A) They carry information from the lateral half of the retina on the same side and the medial half of the retina on the opposite side.
• B) They carry information from the lateral halves of both retinas.
• C) They carry information from the medial halves of both retinas.
• D) They carry information from the lateral half of the retina on the opposite side and the medial half of the retina on the same side.

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