Question

What is a reflex action?

(a) Action that flexes the body

(b) Involuntary action in response to a peripheral nervous stimulation

(c) Voluntary action in response to a peripheral nervous stimulation

(d) Voluntary action that flexes our body

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My enquiry is from Neural Control and Coordination in portion Neural Control and Coordination of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct option is (b) Involuntary action in response to a peripheral nervous stimulation

To explain: A reflex action is an involuntary action taken by our body in response to peripheral nerve stimulation. This process does not require the conscious effort of our brain and it takes place instantly to save us from bearing any harm.