The brain and the spinal cord make up the __________ nervous system.

A) central
B) peripheral
C) somatic
D) autonomic

Central Nervous System

The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body, comprising the brain and spinal cord.

Spinal Cord

The cylindrical bundle of nerve fibers and associated tissue that is connected to the brain at the brainstem and extends down the back, transmitting neural signals between the brain and the body.

Brain

The complex organ located in the skull that is responsible for cognitive functions, sensory processing, emotion regulation, and controlling voluntary movements.