Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001586
Explain the concept of 'negative feedback' in the context of control and coordination.
1
Amplifies the response to a stimulus
2
Dampens the response to a stimulus
3
Delays the response to a stimulus
4
Reverses the response to a stimulus
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. Dampens the response to a stimulus
Solution:
Negative feedback mechanisms in control and coordination help maintain stability by reducing the intensity of a response to a stimulus. They counteract deviations from the normal state, promoting equilibrium in the body. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Dampens the response to a stimulus'.
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