A physiological psychologist examines a cross section of the spinal cord. What is he likely to see?
a) a large collection of interneurons that travel directly to the brain
b) an H-shaped center portion consisting of gray matter surrounded by white matter
c) an X-shaped center portion consisting of white matter surrounded by gray matter
d) a large collection of interneurons that travel directly to the senses and motor areas
ANS: b
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