Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Parasympathetic

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system (Select all that apply) ?

• A)Its other name is cervicalsacral.
• B)It dominates in nonstressful situations.
• C)Its neurotransmitters are acetylcholine and norepinephrine.
• D)Its ganglia are near or in the visceral effectors.
• E)It promotes normal urination and defecation.
• F)It constricts the pupils of the eyes.
• G)It causes vasodilation in skeletal muscles.
• H)It slows digestion to conserve energy.

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