Evidence for the existence of a descending pain-control circuit came from the finding that

A) stimulation of the PAG produces analgesia.
B) the PAG contains opiate receptors.
C) some opiates are endogenous.
D) all of the above
E) none of the above


Answer: D

Psychology

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