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The Skeletal, Muscular, and Nervous Systems Answers

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3

Which statement BEST describes the skeletal system?

A
The skeletal system is a system of cartilage that supports the body and makes red and white blood cells.
B
The skeletal system is composed of bones, cartilage, tendons, and the muscles that connect them.
C
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that support the body and make red and white blood cells.
D
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that create strong, hard tissues called ligaments.
5

An individual having a history of migraine headaches would most likely be diagnosed with having __________.

A
a common issue of the central nervous system
B
a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system
C
a disorder of the peripheral nervous system
D
no issues
6

In the skeletal system, these structures are responsible for connecting bones.

A
ligaments and tendons
B
cartilage and calcium
C
tendons and muscles
D
bones and ligaments
8

Which statement correctly describes the path that an electrical impulse would take after someone touched a hot pot?

A
The signal travels through the nerve of the hand to the spinal cord and then to the brain.
B
The signal travels through the spinal cord, to the nerve in the hand, and then to the brain.
C
The signal travels from the brain, through the spinal cord, and then to the nerve in the hand.
D
The signal travels through the spinal cord, to the brain, and then to the nerve in the hand.
11

The peripheral nervous system is responsible for both sending and receiving signals to and from the brain.

A
T
B
F
12

Which statement BEST describes the skeletal system?

A
The skeletal system is a system of cartilage that supports the body and makes red and white blood cells.
B
The skeletal system is composed of bones, cartilage, tendons, and the muscles that connect them.
C
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that support the body and make red and white blood cells.
D
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that create strong, hard tissues called ligaments.
13

All of the following statements are true concerning skeletal muscles EXCEPT:

A
Skeletal muscles control involuntary body functions.
B
Skeletal muscles are controlled by the central nervous system.
C
Skeletal muscles are used to move large body parts.
D
Skeletal muscles are attached to the bones.
14

All of the following are functions of the skeletal system EXCEPT:

A
producing red blood cells
B
providing support for the body
C
producing white blood cells
D
producing ligaments and tendons
15

Epilepsy is considered a degenerative disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system.

A
T
B
F
17

After listening to a long discussion on the skeletal system, you conclude that the skeletal system is important because it __________.

A
supports the body and makes red and white blood cells
B
is formed from bones, cartilage, and muscle
C
provides the body with potassium needed for support
D
manufactures the ligaments needed to connect bones
19

The nervous system is responsible for your sense of smell.

A
T
B
F

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