Which of the following combinations indicates the correct distribution of spinal nerve pairs?

A) 7 cervical - 12 thoracic - 6 lumbar - 5 sacral - 1 coccygeal
B) 7 cervical - 12 thoracic - 5 lumbar - 6 sacral - 1 coccygeal
C) 8 cervical - 12 thoracic - 6 lumbar - 4 sacral - 1 coccygeal
D) 8 cervical - 12 thoracic - 5 lumbar - 5 sacral - 1 coccygeal
E) 7 cervical - 13 thoracic - 6 lumbar - 5 sacral - 1 coccygeal

Spinal Nerve Pairs

The 31 pairs of nerves that emerge from the spinal cord, transmitting motor, sensory, and autonomic signals between the spinal cord and the body.

Cervical

Relating to the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, or relating to the neck region of the spine.

Thoracic

Relating to the thorax or chest region of the body, encompassing the rib cage and organs contained within this area, including the heart and lungs.