Which of the Following Is Not a Reason That Somatic

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason that somatic reflexes act faster than visceral reflexes?

• A) The effector pathway in the somatic reflex arc is myelinated.
• B) The effector pathway in the visceral reflex arc involves more neurons.
• C) The effector pathway in the visceral reflex arc involves more chemical synapses.
• D) Some of the neurons in the effector pathway in the visceral reflex arc are unmyelinated.
• E) The effector organs in the somatic reflex are closer to the spinal cord.

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