When spinal reflexes involve synapses with interneurons within the spinal cord, what physiological adjustments are made?
A) Coordinate movement and position
B) Adjust response and recovery
C) Adjust to upright position
D) Coordinate balance
A
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Other spinal reflexes may involve synapses with interneurons within the spinal cord, which adjust movement and response based on information from higher brain centers to coordinate movement and position. Spinal reflexes do not adjust response and recovery, adjust the body to the upright position, or coordinate balance.
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