Question

multiple-choice question
what is the function of the somatic nervous system?
○ to relay information between the central nervous system and the body’s sensory organs and muscles
○ to communicate between the central nervous system and the body’s internal organs and glands
○ to regulate the body’s temperature, blood pressure, glucose production, sleep cycles, and sexual arousal
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Explanation:

The somatic nervous system is part of the peripheral nervous system. Its function is to carry sensory information from sensory organs (like eyes, skin) to the central nervous system (CNS) and motor commands from the CNS to muscles (for voluntary movements). The second option describes the autonomic nervous system (which controls internal organs/glands), and the third option describes functions of the autonomic (specifically the sympathetic/parasympathetic) system. So the first option matches the somatic nervous system's role.

Answer:

A. to relay information between the central nervous system and the body’s sensory organs and muscles