Woods is conducting basic research on the different types of sensory neurons that carry input to spinal neurons. Her research on these neurons will most likely lead to an increased understanding of the biological nature of:
A) habituation
B) sensitization
C) orienting responses
D) response generalization

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Sensory neurons are involved in the process of habituation, which is a decrease in response to a repeated stimulus. Understanding these neurons can help explain how habituation occurs at a biological level.

Woods Is Conducting Basic Research on the Different Types of Sensory