If the Intensity of a Stimulus That Is Presented to a Touch

question 20

Multiple Choice

If the intensity of a stimulus that is presented to a touch receptor is increased, this tends to increase the __________ in the receptor's axon.

• A) rate of nerve firing
• B) size of the nerve impulses
• C) speed of nerve conduction
• D) All of these are correct.

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