Which Statement Is Correct Concerning the Terms Afferent and Efferent

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct concerning the terms afferent and efferent with respect to the nervous system?

• A)Afferent refers to the conduction of an impulse outward from the CNS.
• B)Both terms refer to conducting impulses outward from the CNS although efferent pathways carry only sensory impulses.
• C)Efferent refers to the conduction of motor impulses toward the CNS.
• D)Afferent refers to the conduction of sensory impulses toward the CNS.
• E)Both terms refer to conducting impulses toward the CNS although afferent pathways carry only motor impulses.

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