The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that is made up of all nerves carrying messages from the senses to the central nervous system and all nerves carrying messages from the central nervous system to skeletal muscles is called the ________.
A) autonomic nervous system
B) parasympathetic nervous system
C) somatic nervous system
D) central nervous system

Question

The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that is made up of all nerves carrying messages from the senses to the central nervous system and all nerves carrying messages from the central nervous system to skeletal muscles is called the ________.
A) autonomic nervous system 
B) parasympathetic nervous system
C) somatic nervous system 
D) central nervous system

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The somatic nervous system is responsible for carrying sensory and motor signals to and from the central nervous system. It controls voluntary movements, reflex arcs, and muscle tone. The autonomic nervous system and parasympathetic nervous system are subdivisions of the peripheral nervous system that control involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiration. The central nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and retina.

The Subdivision of the Peripheral Nervous System That Is Made