Question

Which of the following sentences is correct about the nervous system?

A.
The peripheral nervous system integrates sensory information whereas the central nervous system receives sensory stimuli

B.
The peripheral nervous system receives sensory stimuli whereas the central nervous system integrates sensory information

C.
The peripheral nervous system produces sensory information whereas the central nervous system produces movements

D.
The peripheral nervous system coordinates voluntary actions whereas the central nervous system coordinates involuntary actions

Answer 1

B

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains sensory (afferent) neurons that detect and transmit stimuli to the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS (brain and spinal cord) integrates and processes that sensory information and formulates responses.