Which of the following statements about dual innervation is true? A) Only the sympathetic division provides dual innervation. B) Most organs receive input from only the parasympath... Which of the following statements about dual innervation is true? A) Only the sympathetic division provides dual innervation. B) Most organs receive input from only the parasympathetic division. C) Some organs are innervated by just one division, while most receive dual innervation. D) All organs are innervated by both divisions at all times.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which statement among the provided options correctly describes the concept of dual innervation in the context of the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system.
Answer
C) Some organs are innervated by just one division, while most receive dual innervation.
The final answer is C) Some organs are innervated by just one division, while most receive dual innervation.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is C) Some organs are innervated by just one division, while most receive dual innervation.
More Information
Dual innervation refers to an organ receiving input from both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system. This input allows the balance and regulation of organ functions.
Tips
A common mistake is choosing options that imply all organs receive dual innervation at all times, which is not true.
Sources
- Which of the following statements is true? a. The sympathetic ... - homework.study.com
- 14.3: Autonomic Synapses, Effects and Reflexes - Medicine LibreTexts - med.libretexts.org
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