The Sympathetic Nervous System

question 49

Multiple Choice

The sympathetic nervous system

• A) stimulates digestion and slows heartbeat.
• B) inhibits digestion and accelerates heartbeat.
• C) stimulates digestion and accelerates heartbeat.
• D) inhibits digestion and slows heartbeat.

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