Which of the following apply to the cranial nerves?

A) They are motor only, from the brain to peripheral effectors.
B) They are all mixed nerves, with both sensory and motor functions.
C) They are components of the PNS that connect to the brain.
D) They all connect directly to peripheral receptors or effectors.
E) None of the answers are correct.


C) They are components of the PNS that connect to the brain.

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