The Optimal Value of the System Variable in a Homeostatic

question 92

Multiple Choice

The optimal value of the system variable in a homeostatic system is termed the

• A) thermostat.
• B) detector.
• C) set point.
• D) correctional mechanism.
• E) homeostatic variable.

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