Match the type of neuron, labelled a. through d., with its description(s). (Options may be used more than once or not at all.)
-autonomic nerves
A)all three types of neurons
B)both afferent and efferent neurons
C)afferent neurons
D)efferent neurons or interneurons

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The type of neuron labelled a. through d. can either be efferent neurons or interneurons. Autonomic nerves cannot be accurately matched with one of the labels since they are a type of nerve that carries involuntary impulses to the smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, and various glands. Afferent neurons carry sensory information to the central nervous system, while efferent neurons carry motor signals away from the central nervous system to the muscles, organs, and glands. Interneurons, on the other hand, work as a bridge between sensory and motor neurons. All three types of neurons (afferent, efferent, and interneurons) may be present in the nervous system. Therefore, the best choice is D, which encompasses both efferent neurons and interneurons.

Match the Type of Neuron, Labelled A