Question

In a human being, the number of spinal nerves is_______________.

• A. $31$ pairs
• B. $52$ pairs
• C. $12$ pairs
• D. $36$ pairs

Answer 1

The correct option is A $31$ pairs

There are $31$ pairs of spinal nerves. These are names and numbered according to the vertebrae with which they are associated. They include $8$ pairs of cranial nerves, $12$ pairs of thoracic nerves, $5$ pairs of lumbar nerves, $5$ pairs of sacral nerves and $1$ pair of coccygeal nerves.