The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that is made up of all nerves carrying messages from the senses to the central nervous system and all nerves carrying messages from the central nervous system to skeletal muscles is called the _________.

A) autonomic nervous system
B) parasympathetic nervous system
C) somatic nervous system
D) central nervous system

Somatic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system responsible for carrying motor and sensory information both to and from the central nervous system.

Peripheral Nervous System

A portion of the nervous system that consists of the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, connecting the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for control of bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.