Which of the Following Is the Effector in the Startle

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the effector in the startle response of the cockroach?

• A) Movement of filiform hair receptors
• B) Action potentials in the giant interneuron
• C) Contraction of the hind leg muscle
• D) A train of action potentials produced by the leg motor neuron.

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