8.
Select the names of the three major subdivisions of the human nervous
system.
a.
The central nervous system, brain, and spinal cord.
b. The autonomic nervous system, the peripheral nervous system, and the
central nervous system.
c.
The peripheral nervous system, the brain, and the spinal cord.
d. The autonomic nervous system, the peripheral nervous system, and the
codaptive nervous system.
9.
What is the function of the meninges surrounding the brain and spinal cord?
a.
They carry nervous impulses into the brain and spinal cord.
b.
They prevent nerve impulses from injuring delicate tissue.
c.
They direct nerve impulses to the proper places in the brain.
d.
They provide protection for the brain and spinal cord.
10. What is the function of the cerebrum of the human brain?
a.
It serves as the primary coordinator/integrator of motor actions in the
body.
b.
It serves as the center of speech, hearing, and vision.
c.
It provides major relays and controls for passing information up or down
the neuraxis.
d.
It protects the cerebellum.
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