Which option correctly differentiates voluntary action and reflex action?
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Correct answer: Voluntary action is by will and reflex action is a very fast automatic response
A voluntary action is consciously initiated and generally involves decision-making by the brain, such as choosing to raise a hand. A reflex action is a rapid, automatic response to a stimulus, often coordinated through a reflex arc in the spinal cord to reduce delay. Therefore option A correctly contrasts intention and speed. The other choices reverse the definitions or wrongly restrict both actions to hormones or plants.
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Voluntary action is by will and reflex action is a very fast automatic response
Why is this the correct answer?
A voluntary action is consciously initiated and generally involves decision-making by the brain, such as choosing to raise a hand. A reflex action is a rapid, automatic response to a stimulus, often coordinated through a reflex arc in the spinal cord to reduce delay. Therefore option A correctly contrasts intention and speed. The other choices reverse the definitions or wrongly restrict both actions to hormones or plants.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Control and Coordination. Topic: Reflex action.
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