Biology Nervous Coordination ETEA 2022
PMDC Verified Question 68 of 86
Those nerves that originate from or lead to the brain are called cerebral nerves. These are ____ pairs of cerebral nerves in human.
A
6
B
12
C
14
D
31
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Official Correct Choice:
Option B: 12
Concept:

The peripheral nervous system connects directly to the central nervous system via distinct sets of paired nerves.

Solution:

  • Cerebral nerves (commonly known as cranial nerves) emerge directly from the brain and brainstem. In humans, there are exactly 12 pairs of cranial nerves (e.g., Optic, Vagus, Olfactory).


Why other options are incorrect:

  • 31 pairs: Refers to the number of spinal nerves.


  • 6 and 14: Are incorrect anatomical counts.

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