Which are characteristics of afferent neurons? Select all that apply.

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Afferent neurons, also known as sensory neurons, are responsible for transmitting sensory information from the body towards the central nervous system. They enter the spinal cord through the dorsal horn (C) and are involved in carrying various types of sensory information, including pressure sensations, into the spinal cord (E). They do not function as motor nerves (A) nor do they extend to the muscles (B) or exit through the ventral horns (D), as those are characteristics of efferent (motor) neurons.

Which Are Characteristics of Afferent Neurons? Select All That Apply