​Neurons That Convey Information from the Brain and Spinal Cord

question 5

Multiple Choice

​Neurons that convey information from the brain and spinal cord to muscles and glands are called ____ neurons.

• A) ​efferent
• B) ​afferent
• C) ​interneurons
• D) ​cranial

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Definitions:

Action Specific Energy

A concept in ethology suggesting that certain behaviors build up energy within an organism, which then seeks release through specific actions.

Instinctive Behaviors

Innate, fixed patterns of response to stimuli that are not learned and are common to all members of a species.

Conditioning Experience

The process through which an association between two stimuli or a behavior and a stimulus is learned.

A State

In psychology, a temporary emotional or mental condition in contrast to more stable traits.