Multiple Choice
Neurons contain two types of processes: axons and dendrites. Which of the following statements best describes a difference between the two?
A) Dendrites are of uniform diameter while axons vary widely in diameter.
B) Dendrites receive incoming signals from other neurons while axons carry the output of the neurons.
C) A cell body gives rise to a single dendrite and multiple axons.
D) Dendrites travel long distances while axons are generally much shorter.
E) All of the above are true
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