Asked by Brenda Valdez on Apr 29, 2024
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_________ neurons carry nerve impulses away from the brain and toward the muscles.
A) Efferent
B) Afferent
C) Beta afferents
D) Delta afferents
Efferent Neurons
Motor neurons that convey impulses away from the brain.
- Recognize the difference between afferent and efferent neurons and their roles.
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Nadia CastroApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Efferent neurons carry nerve impulses away from the brain and toward the muscles, while afferent neurons carry nerve impulses from the sensory organs and receptors toward the brain. Delta and beta afferents are specific types of afferent neurons.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the difference between afferent and efferent neurons and their roles.