Which of the Following Statements About the Components of a Neuron

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the components of a neuron is true?

• A)Axons receive incoming messages from dendrites.
• B)Synapses are the nervous system's communication links.
• C)Glial cells are narrow,branching,fiber-like extensions.
• D)Dendrites send signals to other neurons.

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