W Hich of the Following is NOT Characteristic of a Reflex

Question

W hich of the following is NOT characteristic of a reflex?
A) It is “hard-wired” - it does not require training
B) It is stereotypical - it always occurs in the same way
C) It can be voluntarily suppressed
D) It is a reflection of the nervous system onto the musculature
E) It is the most rapid of nervous responses to environmental stimuli

Accepted Answer

Reflexes are automatic and not under voluntary control, meaning they cannot be voluntarily suppressed. This is a key characteristic that distinguishes reflex actions from voluntary movements.