The Cardioacceleratory Center Activates Sympathetic Neurons and the Cardioinhibitory Center

question 50

Multiple Choice

The cardioacceleratory center activates sympathetic neurons and the cardioinhibitory center controls parasympathetic neurons.

• A)The first part of the statement is true but the second part is false.
• B)The first part of the statement is false but the second part is true.
• C)Both parts of the statement are true.
• D)Both parts of the statement are false.
• E)Both parts of the statement are true and relate to brainstem control of heart rate.

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