Which of the Following Is True of Sensory Adaptation

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of sensory adaptation

• A)It is an increase in sensitivity in the presence of a constant stimulus.
• B)It occurs when the receptors of sensory neurons retain a constant level of activity.
• C)It is not dependent upon synaptic fatigue.
• D)It is the decline in activity along the afferent fiber after an initial strong response.
• E)None of the answers are correct.

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