The part of the nerve cell that carries information away from the cell body to other neurons is the
a. axon.
b. dendrite.
c. soma.
d. synapse.
A
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a. Yes, about 92% of Spanish adolescents attend church regularly. b. Yes, about 60% of Spanish adolescents attend church regularly. c. No, only about 40% of Spanish adolescents attend church regularly. d. No, only about 18% of Spanish adolescents attend church regularly.
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