3.3.5 - Reflex Action and Voluntary Action
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Practice Questions
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What is a reflex action?
💡 Hint: Think about how you respond to pain.
Give an example of a voluntary action.
💡 Hint: Consider actions that you consciously choose to perform.
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What type of action is a reflex action?
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly they occur.
True or False: Voluntary actions are controlled by the spinal cord.
💡 Hint: Think about who is making the decision.
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Discuss how reflex actions might be involved in sports. Create a scenario where reflexes help prevent an injury.
💡 Hint: Think about how your body reacts during sudden movements.
Design an experiment to illustrate the difference between reflex and voluntary actions. What would you measure?
💡 Hint: Consider how you can measure time differences effectively.
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