Asked by Jenna Liebe on May 15, 2024

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The central nervous system consists of

A) sensory and motor neurons.
B) somatic and autonomic systems.
C) the brain and the spinal cord.
D) sympathetic and parasympathetic branches.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which coordinates body activities and processes sensory information.

Brain

The organ in the head of living creatures that controls their actions, thoughts, feelings, and interactions with their environment.

Spinal Cord

The long, thin, tubular structure made of nervous tissue that extends from the brainstem down the back, transmitting nerve signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

  • Distinguish the elements and roles of the central nervous system from those of the peripheral nervous system.
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samantha huddlestonMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The central nervous system is made up of the brain and the spinal cord. Option A refers to the peripheral nervous system, while options B and D describe divisions within the autonomic nervous system, which is a part of the peripheral nervous system.