Why Do Cones Have Higher Acuity Than Rods

question 275

Multiple Choice

Why do cones have higher acuity than rods

• A)because cones respond more to dim light
• B)because there are three types of cones
• C)because there is little convergence in the cone pathways within the retina
• D)because there are more cones than rods

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