The Word Afferent Refers To

question 43

Multiple Choice

The word afferent refers to:

• A)moving toward the central nervous system.
• B)moving away from the central nervous system.
• C)moving toward the peripheral nervous system.
• D)moving away from the peripheral nervous system.
• E)moving from the brain to the spinal cord.

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