-This figure compares the organization of the somatic motor system and the autonomic nervous system. Identify structure "A" on the above diagram.
A) Autonomic ganglion
B) Somatic motor neuron
C) Effector organ (smooth muscle of GI tract)
D) Postganglionic neuron
E) Preganglionic neuron

Question

-This figure compares the organization of the somatic motor system and the autonomic nervous system. Identify structure "A" on the above diagram.
A) Autonomic ganglion 
B) Somatic motor neuron 
C) Effector organ (smooth muscle of GI tract) 
D) Postganglionic neuron 
E) Preganglionic neuron

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Structure "A" is identified as a somatic motor neuron, which is part of the somatic motor system responsible for voluntary movements.

-This Figure Compares the Organization of the Somatic Motor System