Question

The somatic nervous system is also known as ___.

• A. voluntary nervous system

Answer 1

The correct option is A voluntary nervous system
The somatic nervous system is also known as the voluntary nervous system. It is a part of the peripheral nervous system. Major functions of the somatic nervous system include voluntary movement of the muscles and organs and reflex movements. In the process of voluntary movement, sensory neurons carry impulses to the brain and the spinal cord.