The Somatic Nervous System Carries Impulses from the Brain and Spinal

Question

The somatic nervous system carries impulses from the brain and spinal cord to
A) cardiac muscle tissue
B) skeletal muscles
C) smooth muscles
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary movement and conscious control of skeletal muscles. It does not control cardiac or smooth muscle tissue, which are regulated by the autonomic nervous system. Therefore, choice B is the best and only appropriate answer.