M7: Reflex Classifications (incomplete)

Question 1

What are reflexes?

Answer 1

rapid automatic response to specific stimuli

Question 2

Withdrawal from pain, suckling, chewing, etc. are examples of what classification of reflex?

Answer 2

innate reflex

Question 3

_______ reflexes are genetically or developmentally determined

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Answer 3

Innate reflexes are genetically or developmentally determined

Question 4

Learned reflexes are also called _______ reflexes

Answer 4

acquired reflexes

Note: they result from practice or reptition

Question 5

A driver that steps on the brake in order to avoid collision is an example of what classification of reflex?

Answer 5

acquired reflex (learned)

Question 6

A skier that adjusts to different pitches on the slop is an example of what classification of reflex?

Answer 6

acquired reflex (learned)

Question 7

Riding a bike is what kind of classification of reflex?

Answer 7

acquired reflex (learned)

Question 8

Walking and running are examples of what classification of reflex?

Answer 8

acquired reflexes (learned)

Question 9

_______ reflexes provide a mechanism for the involuntary control of the muscular system.

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Answer 9

Somatic reflexes provide a mechanism for the involuntary control of the muscular system.

Question 10

Deep tendon reflex is an example of what type of reflex?

Answer 10

somatic reflexes

Question 11

Developing “goose bumps” when cold is an example of what classification of reflex?

Answer 11

somatic reflexes

Question 12

What reflex classification is described as autonomic reflexes, which are involved in things like controlling heart rate and respiration rate?

Answer 12

visceral reflexes

Question 13

Is the patellar tendon reflex monosynaptic or polysynaptic?

Answer 13

monosynaptic