Regarding the skin receptors, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Your skin could be "mapped" by applying heat, cold, touch, pressure, or pain to points all over your body.
b. Sensitivity generally matches the number of receptors in a given area of the body.
c. The forearm and thigh are more sensitive than the face and hands.
d. The skin sensation a person ultimately feels will depend on one's brain activity.

ANSWER: c

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