Question

A father purchased a new singing toy for his baby daughter. When a button was pressed on the toy, a song began to play, and the baby smiled. What sensory process caused the baby’s behavior

A.

Sensory receptors in the baby’s eyes sent a signal directly to her facial muscles, causing her to smile.

B.

Sensory receptors in the baby’s ears sent a signal directly to her facial muscles, causing her to smile.

C.

Sensory receptors in the baby’s ears sent a signal to her brain, which then sent a signal to her facial muscles, causing her to smile.

D.

Sensory receptors in the baby’s eyes sent signal to the brain, which then sent a signal to her facial muscles, causing her to smile.​

Answer 1

Answer: C

Explanation: Every sensory receptor is connected to the brain in return the brain sends signals to specific motor neurons to perform specific functions. Hence C is the right option.