The peripheral nervous system consists of the __________ and the __________ nervous systems.
A)autonomic;somatic
B)autonomic;sympathetic
C)parasympathetic;autonomic
D)parasympathetic;sympathetic

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The peripheral nervous system is divided into two main branches: the somatic nervous system, which controls voluntary movements and reflexes, and the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion. The autonomic nervous system is further divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches. Therefore, the correct answer is A, as it includes both the somatic and autonomic nervous systems.

The Peripheral Nervous System Consists of the __________ and the __________

The Peripheral Nervous System Consists of the and the