The main parts of the peripheral nervous system are ______. A. the brain and spinal cord B. nerves C. the skull and backbone D. all of the above
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The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, so option A is not correct. The PNS is made up of nerves, which are bundles of neurons that transmit information between the CNS and the rest of the body. Show more…
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