The Motor Homunculus Shows Larger Structures in Areas of the Body

question 34

Multiple Choice

The motor homunculus shows larger structures in areas of the body that

• A) have more surface area.
• B) have more sensory receptors.
• C) have bigger skeletal muscles.
• D) are highly sensitive.
• E) have more motor units.

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