Which Process Indicates Spatial Summation

question 38

Multiple Choice

 Which process indicates spatial summation?

• A) Present two or more weak stimuli at the same time.
• B) Start action potentials at both ends of one axon at the same time.
• C) Do not allow a flexor muscle to relax before stimulating it again.
• D) Present a rapid sequence of weak stimuli.

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