The two major divisions of the nervous system are the central and the ________ nervous systems.

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The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and the spinal cord, while the peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes all the nerves outside the CNS, including the autonomic, sympathetic and somatic nervous systems. Therefore, the best answer is D, as it is the only option that refers to the peripheral nervous system.

The Two Major Divisions of the Nervous System Are the Central