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Which of the following best explains why reflex arcs are especially important for actions like withdrawing a hand from a flame, rather than relying on the fore-brain? arc allows a faster protective response

Question
Which of the following best explains why reflex arcs are especially important for actions like withdrawing a hand from a flame, rather than relying on the fore-brain? arc allows a faster protective response
The fore-brain cannot process pain signals at all
Processing through the fore-brain would take longer, risking injury, so the quicker spinal reflex
Reflex arcs use hormones instead of nerves
The fore-brain is only active during sleep
Answer
Processing through the fore-brain would take longer, risking injury, so the quicker spinal reflex
Detailed Explanation
Since thinking through the fore-brain would take valuable time, potentially leading to injury from the flame, the faster, more direct spinal reflex arc allows a quicker protective withdrawal response.
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