The brain and the spinal cord are the components of the ____ nervous system

a. central
b. peripheral
c. voluntary
d. involuntary


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FEEDBACK: a. Correct. The brain and the spinal cord are the components of the central nervous system.
b. Incorrect. The peripheral nervous system consists of the nerves that emerge from the brain and spinal cord.
c. Incorrect. Voluntary nerves are part of the peripheral system.
d. Incorrect. The meninges are protective membranes that wrap around the brain and spinal cord.

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