mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #500

A person's hand jerks when touching a hot stove. What neural pathway is responsible?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #500

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A person's hand jerks when touching a hot stove. What neural pathway is responsible?

    • A) Spinal reflex arc
    • B) Cortical sensory processing
    • C) Autonomic nervous system activation
    • D) Hypothalamic temperature regulation

    Answer: Spinal reflex arc

    Explanation: Spinal reflexes bypass brain processing for rapid response. USAT, HAT and MDCAT analytical sections repeat this pattern.