The set point in a feedback loop is

A)

the point at which the stimulus no longer is required.
B)

the point at which the (effector) organ or gland starts to change the environment.
C)

a range of values for a parameter that the body tries to maintain.
D)

the last step of a series of changes before the body is "set."


Answer:

C

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