Which of the Following Best Represents the Order in Which

question 157

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best represents the order in which each part of the reflex arc responds during the common knee-strike performed by doctors to test a monosynaptic spinal reflex.

• A) Patellar tendon, quadricep muscle, α nerve fiber.
• B) Patellar tendon, α nerve fiber, quadriceps muscle.
• C) Quadricep muscle, α nerve fiber, patellar tendon.
• D) Quadricep muscle, patellar tendon, α nerve fiber.

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Definitions:

Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis, proposing a new effect or relationship.

Null Hypothesis

A standard assumption that posits no meaningful difference or impact exists, usually examined in contrast with a contrasting hypothesis during statistical evaluation.

Two-sided

Pertaining to tests or intervals in statistics that consider both directions or sides of a distribution, typically involving a range of values both above and below a certain point.

Population Mean

The average of a set of properties, characteristics, or values in a population.