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In the classification of sensory nerve fibers, the fastest conduction velocity is observed in

A. Unmyelinated C fibers
B. Small myelinated A-delta fibers
C. Large myelinated A-alpha proprioceptive fibers
D. Postganglionic autonomic fibers

📝 Explanation

Conduction velocity increases with axon diameter and myelination. A-alpha fibers (carrying proprioceptive information from muscle spindles) are the largest and most heavily myelinated, allowing the fastest signal transmission.

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  • Unmyelinated C fibers
  • Small myelinated A-delta fibers
  • Large myelinated A-alpha proprioceptive fibers
  • Postganglionic autonomic fibers

Conduction velocity increases with axon diameter and myelination. A-alpha fibers (carrying proprioceptive information from muscle spindles) are the largest and most heavily myelinated, allowing the fastest signal transmission.

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