As Part of the Peripheral Nervous System, Efferent Neurons Transmit

question 55

Multiple Choice

As part of the peripheral nervous system, efferent neurons transmit information to

• A) sensory receptors.
• B) effectors such as muscles and glands.
• C) the nervous system.
• D) axon terminals.
• E) transducing cells.

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