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The anecdote in the chapter about David Livingstone's failure to feel the pain of a lion's attack should lead you to surmise that the:
 
  a. Lion's attack produced pressure that inhibited pain sensations
  b. Fear of the attack suppressed pain sensations from injuries sustained during the attack
  c. Stress of the attack led to endorphin release
  d. Blood loss led to a semiconscious analgesia

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The receptive organ for hearing is the cochlea.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Thank you!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 22, 2018
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