The Effect of Parasympathetic Nerve Impulses on the Alimentary Tube

question 210

Multiple Choice

The effect of parasympathetic nerve impulses on the alimentary tube is to:

• A)decrease peristalsis
• B)decrease secretions
• C)decrease secretions and peristalsis
• D)increase peristalsis

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