WAEC Biology 2008 Question 19

Question 19

Nervous Coordination

Which of the following processes is not an example of a reflex action?

  1. A.Blinking of the eye
  2. B.Reading
  3. C.Beating of the heart
  4. D.Sneezing.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Reading)

Explanation

Reading is learned and done under conscious control, so it is a voluntary action, not a reflex.