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How many neurons are in a monosynaptic reflex arc?

Hint. Focus on what Mono-lonel and synaptic (Synapse) implies.

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Answer:

two neurons

Step-by-step explanation:

two neurons

When a reflex arc consists of only two neurons, one sensory neuron, and one motor neuron, it is defined as monosynaptic. Monosynaptic refers to the presence of a single chemical synapse.

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