Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Locations of Muscarinic

question 5

Multiple Choice

 Which of the following statements accurately describes the locations of muscarinic and nicotinic receptors?

• A) Muscarinic and nicotinic receptors are found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems.
• B) Muscarinic receptors are found in the CNS only, whereas nicotinic receptors are found in the peripheral nervous system only.
• C) Nicotinic receptors are found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems, whereas muscarinic receptors are found in the CNS only.
• D) Muscarinic receptors are found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems, whereas nicotinic receptors are found in the CNS only.

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