Which system is comprised of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems?

1. Sensory nervous system
2. Motor nervous system
3. Central nervous system
4. Peripheral nervous system


Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: The sensory nervous system is part of the peripheral nervous system.
Rationale 2: The motor nervous system is part of the peripheral nervous system.
Rationale 3: The brain and spinal cord are components of the central nervous system.
Rationale 4: The two divisions of the peripheral nervous system are the somatic and autonomic.
Global Rationale: The two divisions of the peripheral nervous system are the somatic and autonomic. The sensory nervous system and the motor nervous system are both part of the peripheral nervous system. The brain and spinal cord are components of the central nervous system.

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