The two main divisions of the nervous system are the ________ and ________.
A) brain; spinal cord
B) autonomic; somatic nervous systems
C) peripheral nervous system; central nervous system
D) glands; muscles

Question

The two main divisions of the nervous system are the ________ and ________.
A) brain; spinal cord
B) autonomic; somatic nervous systems 
C) peripheral nervous system; central nervous system 
D) glands; muscles

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The peripheral nervous system includes all nerves and ganglia outside the brain and spinal cord, while the central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord. The other choices are incorrect because they either do not accurately represent the divisions of the nervous system or are more specific structures within those divisions.

The Two Main Divisions of the Nervous System Are the ________