Charles Sherrington would most likely agree with which statement about reflexes?
A. The overall speed of conduction through a reflex arc is faster than conduction along an axon.
B. Repeated stimuli occurring within a brief time can have a cumulative effect.
C. Each neuron physically merges with the next one during a reflexive response.
D. Excitatory synapses are more important than inhibitory synapses.
Answer: B
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