Functions of the peripheral nervous system include ________.
A) providing sensory information to the CNS only
B) making higher order decisions to interpret sensory inputs
C) carrying motor commands to the peripheral tissues and systems only
D) carrying information up and down the spinal cord
E) providing sensory information to the CNS and carrying motor commands to the peripheral tissues and systems

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The peripheral nervous system has two main functions: providing sensory information to the CNS and carrying motor commands to the peripheral tissues and systems. Therefore, choice E is the best answer as it accurately describes both functions.

Functions of the Peripheral Nervous System Include ________