Subdivisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)include
A)the somatic nervous system.
B)the autonomic nervous system.
C)the special sensory receptors.
D)the visceral sensory receptors.
E)All of the answers are correct.

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All of the choices are correct subdivisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements and sensory information from the skin, muscles, and joints. The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. Special sensory receptors include vision, hearing, taste, and smell. Visceral sensory receptors monitor internal organs for sensations such as pain and pressure.

Subdivisions of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)include