Which of the following explains the neural mechanism of an erection?

A. It is an autonomic reflex mediated predominantly by parasympathetic nerve fibers.
B. It is a somatic reflex mediated predominantly by parasympathetic nerve fibers.
C. It is an autonomic reflex mediated predominantly by sympathetic nerve fibers.
D. It is a somatic reflex mediated predominantly by sympathetic nerve fibers.
E. It is an exclusively voluntary action mediated by the cerebral cortex.


Answer: A

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