Chapter 11: Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue Multiple Choice 1. The nervous system A) monitors internal and external stimuli. B) transmits information in the form of action potentials. C) interprets or assesses information. D) maintains homeostasis. E) all of the above Answer: e Level: 1 2. Which of the following is responsible for problem-solving skills? A) central nervous system B) peripheral nervous system C) somatic nervous system D) autonomic nervous system E) none of the above Answer: a Level: 1 3. The central nervous system includes the A) ganglia. B) spinal cord. C) spinal nerves. D) cranial nerves. E) sensory receptors. Answer: b Level: 1 4. The peripheral nervous system includes the A) brain. B) spinal cord. C) cranial nerves. D) blood-brain barrier. E) cerebellum. Answer: c Level: 1