Sites Where Information Regarding Reflexes is Processed Include the Spinal

Question

Sites where information regarding reflexes is processed include the spinal cord and the ________.
A) skeletal muscles
B) dorsal root ganglia
C) visceral muscles
D) brain
E) ventral roots

Accepted Answer

The spinal cord is responsible for processing many basic reflexes, but more complex reflex actions often involve the brain as well. Therefore, the most comprehensive answer is (D) brain, as this in addition to the spinal cord, will encompass all possible sites for information processing regarding reflexes.