Which subdivision of the peripheral nervous system is responsible for the transmission of sensory signals from the body to the contralateral side of the brain?
A) the somatic
B) the autonomic
C) the spinal
D) the parasympathetic

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The somatic subdivision of the peripheral nervous system is responsible for the transmission of sensory signals from the body to the brain, including those that cross to the contralateral (opposite) side. This system encompasses sensory neurons that convey information from the body to the central nervous system (CNS) for processing.

Which Subdivision of the Peripheral Nervous System Is Responsible for the Transmission