Which system transmits commands for voluntary movement?

The somatic nervous system is responsible for transmitting commands for voluntary movements. This system consists of motor neurons that control skeletal muscles, enabling conscious control over actions such as walking, writing, and other motor tasks. This control is essential for performing activities that require intentional movement, distinguishing it from other systems that handle involuntary functions.

Other systems, such as the autonomic nervous system, regulate involuntary bodily functions like heart rate and digestion. The central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord, which process information and send signals, but it does not directly carry out the actual commands for voluntary movement. The peripheral nervous system encompasses the somatic and autonomic systems but is broader, involving the transmission of both voluntary and involuntary commands.