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What Is a Neuron?

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Name the neuron which receives signal from the spinal cord and brain.

A

Motor neuron

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B

Sensory neuron

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C

Both A and B

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D

None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Motor neuron
Motor neurons carry the impulse from the main nervous system to an effector (muscle or gland). In order words, motor neurons receive signals from the brain and spinal cord to cause muscle contractions.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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