Which of the following statements is false?
a. Neurons in the brain can interpret incoming
action potentials only in certain ways.
b. Optic nerve impulses can only be interpreted as
light.
c. Sensory neurons do not follow the all-or-none
law.
d. The stronger the stimulus, the more action
potentials are generated.
e. A strong stimulus activates many adjacent
receptors, thereby increasing the number of
action potentials and the level of awareness for
the stimulus.
Answer: c
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