The reflex arc occurs when a stimulus provokes a(n)
A)automatic response within the spinal cord without brain involvement.
B)automatic response from the brain.
C)somatic response from the brain.
D)automatic response from a cranial nerve.

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The reflex arc is a neural pathway that controls an immediate response to a particular stimulus. This pathway involves sensory neurons, interneurons in the spinal cord, and motor neurons, resulting in a quick, automatic response to a stimulus without the direct involvement of the brain.

The Reflex Arc Occurs When a Stimulus Provokes A(n)