Which of the following is TRUE about axons?
A)Neurons that have a myelin sheath do not have an axon.
B)Axons often have branches near their tips called axon terminals.
C)Axon terminals receive information from other neurons and from sensory receptor cells.
D)Unmyelinated axons fire 20 times faster than do axons with myelin sheaths.

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Axons often have branches near their tips called axon terminals. While options A and D are false, option C is not entirely accurate because axon terminals release information to other neurons and muscle or gland cells, rather than receiving information.

Which of the Following Is TRUE About Axons