If the Nervous System Is Like a Car, Then the Sympathetic

question 251

Multiple Choice

If the nervous system is like a car, then the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system would be most like the ___________.

• A)steering wheel and the engine
• B)gas pedal and the brake pedal
• C)taillights and the headlights
• D)front seat and the back seat

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Definitions:

Atonia

A condition characterized by a lack of muscle strength or muscle tone, often occurring during sleep phases such as REM sleep.

Pertussis

Also known as whooping cough, a highly contagious bacterial disease causing severe coughing fits and difficulty breathing.

Upper Frequencies

The higher range of frequencies or pitches, often associated with sounds or signals.

Lower Frequencies

Refers to the part of the spectrum that includes waves with relatively long wavelengths and, correspondingly, lower energy levels.