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The Nervous System — Quiz

Question 3 • Biology

The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are both part of which division of the nervous system?

Answer
A
the autonomic nervous system
B
the somatic nervous system
C
the central nervous system
D
the peripheral nervous system

Explanation

The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions, such as heart rate and digestion. Its two main branches are the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, so the correct choice is the autonomic nervous system.

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