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8. Among the following statements, the most appropriate explanation for immediate withdrawal of the hand from a hot object is the involvement of

A. Cerebral cortex only
B. Reflex pathway through the spinal cord
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C. Cerebellum only
D. Hypothalamus only

📝 Explanation

Withdrawal from painful stimuli is a spinal reflex that produces a rapid response before the brain becomes consciously aware of the stimulus. The cerebrum interprets pain after the reflex has occurred.

📖 Additional Information

  • Cerebral cortex only
  • Reflex pathway through the spinal cord
  • Cerebellum only
  • Hypothalamus only

Withdrawal from painful stimuli is a spinal reflex that produces a rapid response before the brain becomes consciously aware of the stimulus. The cerebrum interprets pain after the reflex has occurred.

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