Mechanical Systems, Like Physiological Systems, Can Be Regulated to Maintain

question 177

Multiple Choice

Mechanical systems, like physiological systems, can be regulated to maintain homeostasis.Imagine an automated system that allows water to flow from a storage tank into a water bowl for your pet.In this system, the valve that opens when the water level drops below the desired water level is the

• A) sensor.
• B) effector.
• C) error signal.
• D) feedforward information.
• E) set point.

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Unit Product Cost

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Product N0

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Overhead

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