Regarding the Parasympathetic Branch of the Autonomic Nervous System, Which

question 301

Multiple Choice

Regarding the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Its effects include muscular relaxation and decreased heart rate.
• B)It is slower to respond than the sympathetic branch.
• C)It acts to reverse emotional arousal after emergency situations.
• D)Its effects include a dry mouth, pupil dilation, and a slowing down of the digestion system.

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