Question

multiple choice question
the ______ nervous system is composed of the autonomic and somatic nervous systems.

○ brain and spinal cord
○ central
○ central core and cortex
○ peripheral
○ sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions

Explanation:

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) consists of the autonomic (controls involuntary functions) and somatic (controls voluntary movements/sensations) nervous systems. The central nervous system (CNS) is brain + spinal cord. Other options don't match the PNS structure.

Answer:

D. peripheral