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Knee-jerk reflex is an example of:

  • A A conditioned reflex learned through repeated practice
  • B Unconditioned (inborn) spinal reflex
  • C A response primarily mediated through higher brain centers
  • D Behavior shaped mainly through repeated learning experience

Correct answer: B. Unconditioned (inborn) spinal reflex

Explanation: The knee-jerk (patellar tendon reflex) is a monosynaptic spinal reflex. It does not require brain processing.

Concept context

Brain, spinal cord, neurons, reflex arcs, and sense organs.

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