If someone steps on a sharp object with their right foot, it will lead to
A) polysynaptic reflexes involving contraction of the right hamstring and left quadriceps.
B) polysynaptic reflexes involving contraction of the right quadriceps and left hamstrings.
C) a monosynaptic reflex causing contraction of the right hamstring and a polysynaptic reflex causing contraction of the left hamstring.
D) a monosynaptic reflex causing contraction of the right quadriceps and a polysynaptic reflex causing contraction of the the left hamstring.

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When stepping on a sharp object, the withdrawal reflex is activated, which is a polysynaptic reflex. It involves contraction of the right hamstring to withdraw the foot and contraction of the left quadriceps to stabilize the opposite leg.

If Someone Steps on a Sharp Object with Their Right