Questions: Which of the following is a multipolar neuron?

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Multipolar neurons are characterized by one axon and multiple dendrites extending from the soma (cell body). This structure allows them to receive input from many other neurons.

• A: This neuron has a single axon and multiple dendrites emerging from the soma.
• B: This neuron also has one axon and multiple dendrites extending directly from the soma.
• C: This neuron appears to have a single axon and branched dendrites connected to the soma via a single, short stalk. This is characteristic of a unipolar neuron.

Both A and B fit the definition of a multipolar neuron.

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