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The nerves leading to the central nervous system are


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Efferent

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Afferent

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Motor

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None

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Solution

The correct option is B

Afferent


The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

The nerves which transmit information to the central nervous system i.e., to the brain and spinal cord are known as sensory or afferent nerves.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Efferent neurons bring responses from the brain toward receptors or other organs.

Option C:

Motor nerves send signals from the CNS usually from the spinal cord to the muscles of the body.

Final answer: The nerves leading to the central nervous system are Afferent.


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