Neurons that carry messages from the spinal cord or the brain to the muscles and glands are called ________ neurons.
A) inter-
B) sensory
C) efferent
D) afferent

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Efferent neurons, also known as motor neurons, transmit signals from the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) to the muscles and glands. Interneurons are found in the central nervous system and are responsible for processing information. Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors (such as those in the skin, eyes, ears, and other organs) to the spinal cord and brain. Afferent neurons are the same as sensory neurons, so they carry signals from the periphery to the central nervous system.

Neurons That Carry Messages from the Spinal Cord or the Brain