Which layer of striate cortex (primary visual cortex) receives input from the LGN?
A) layer II
B) layer III
C) layer IV
D) layer VI

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Layer IV of the primary visual cortex receives direct input from the LGN, which is the first relay station for visual information from the retina. Layers II and III receive inputs from higher visual areas, while layer VI sends feedback projections to the LGN.

Which Layer of Striate Cortex (Primary Visual Cortex) Receives Input