Which of the Following Best Describes the Autonomic Nervous System

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the autonomic nervous system?

• A) The brain and spinal cord
• B) The nerves carrying sensation from the body, including pressure, heat, and pain, back to the brain
• C) The nerves carrying instructions from the brain out to the visceral organs in the body, such as the heart, digestive system, and skin
• D) The nerves carrying instructions from the brain out to the skeletal muscles, telling them when and how to move

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Definitions:

Idiocentrics

Individuals who prioritize their own goals and needs over those of the group, reflecting a more individualistic orientation.

Allocentrics

Allocentrics are individuals characterized by their preference for varied experiences and concern for others, contrasting with those who are more self-centered or egocentric.

Freudian Concept

Pertains to theories developed by Sigmund Freud, which often explore unconscious minds, desires, and psychological development.

Superego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality that acts as a moral center, encompassing societal norms and values.