What is the body's response of the knee-jerk reflex?

A. Contraction of the quadriceps femoris muscles
B. Contraction of the hamstring muscles
C. Contraction of the abdominal muscles
D. Contraction of the gastrocnemius muscle


Answer: A

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Which part of the embryo contributes to the fetal portion of the placenta?

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