A clinician explains that damage to certain structures disrupts communication between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. Which option correctly describes how the nervous system is organised to allow this communication?

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The brain and spinal cord form the central nervous system, while nerves connecting these structures to the body make up the peripheral  nervous system.

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The peripheral nervous system contains the brain, whereas the spinal cord belongs to the central nervous system.

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Sensory and motor control are confined to the central nervous system, with no involvement of peripheral nerves.

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Voluntary movement and reflex activity are controlled exclusively by the autonomic nervous system.

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