Question

question 16
nerves that originate from the brain are called ______ nerves.
cranial
peripheral
afferent
spinal

Explanation:

Cranial nerves originate from the brain. Peripheral nerves include both cranial and spinal nerves but are not specific to brain - origin. Afferent nerves are sensory nerves that carry information to the central nervous system and are not defined by brain - origin. Spinal nerves originate from the spinal cord.

Answer:

A. cranial