Preganglionic Fibers of Parasympathetic Nerves Synapse on Neurons Located Within

question 77

Multiple Choice

Preganglionic fibers of parasympathetic nerves synapse on neurons located within ________ ganglia.

• A)somatic
• B)collateral
• C)contralateral
• D)intramural
• E)terminal

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