Which statement BEST describes the function of the nervous system? The nervous system is responsible for supporting the body. The nervous system has tissue that connects the body parts. The nervous system is responsible for sending and receiving signals. The nervous system is responsible for eliminating waste.

C) The nervous system is responsible for sending and receiving signals.

Explanation:

The nervous system takes in information through our senses, processes the information and triggers reactions, such as making your muscles move or causing you to feel pain. For example, if you touch a hot plate, you reflexively pull back your hand and your nerves simultaneously send pain signals to your brain.