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What is the main function of the somatic division of the peripheral nervous system?
What is the main function of the somatic division of the peripheral nervous system?
- Regulate smooth and cardiac muscle
- Convey signals from CNS to muscles for voluntary muscle contractions (correct)
- Convey signals from the body's periphery to the CNS
- Involuntary control of glands
Which division of the peripheral nervous system is involved in the 'fight or flight' response?
Which division of the peripheral nervous system is involved in the 'fight or flight' response?
- Sympathetic (correct)
- Autonomic
- Somatic
- Parasympathetic
What type of muscle control is associated with the autonomic division of the peripheral nervous system?
What type of muscle control is associated with the autonomic division of the peripheral nervous system?
- Regulate smooth and cardiac muscle (correct)
- Voluntary control of skeletal muscle
- Involuntary control of glands
- Convey signals from CNS to muscles for voluntary muscle contractions
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'Rest and Digest' functions?
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'Rest and Digest' functions?
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What is the primary role of sensory neurons in the peripheral nervous system?
What is the primary role of sensory neurons in the peripheral nervous system?
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