In a Recent Study of Possible Performance-Enhancing Effects Among Competitive

question 6

True/False

In a recent study of possible performance-enhancing effects among competitive cyclists,it was found that caffeine administration increased their performance during timed trials overall,but the effect was greater when the cyclists were (falsely)informed that they had not ingested it.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, involved in connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Neurons

Cells within the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the body's responses.

Mobilizes

To prepare and organize (groups, resources, etc.) for a purpose or action, especially in a context of urgency or conflict.