Which of the following parts of a sensory system is responsible for transforming stimulus energy into neural signals?

A. sense organ
B. brain areas
C. receptor cells
D. nerve conduit


Answer: C

Psychology

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A. more prominent. B. less prominent. C. equally prominent. D. more prominent for adult therapists and less prominent for child therapists.

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