Which peripheral nerves are responsible for cutaneous sensation from the skin of the anterior abdominal wall as well as motor innervation to anterior abdominal wall muscles?
A) median and musculocutaneous nerves
B) sciatic and sural nerves
C) intercostal (thoracic) nerves
D) inferior and superior gluteal nerves

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The intercostal (thoracic) nerves are responsible for both cutaneous sensation from the skin of the anterior abdominal wall and motor innervation to the anterior abdominal wall muscles. These nerves run between the ribs and extend into the abdominal area to supply the required functions.

Which Peripheral Nerves Are Responsible for Cutaneous Sensation from the Skin