The peripheral nervous system (PNS) transmits information to and from the centra

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The peripheral nervous system (PNS) transmits information to and from the central nervous system (CNS) and plays a role in regulating an animal's movements and internal environment. Determine which of the following statements about the PNS are true. Select all that apply. Stimulating the organs of digestion is a parasympathetic response. The autonomic nervous system controls the action of skeletal muscle. The sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions consist of afferent neurons. Parasympathetic nerves are associated with the cranial and sacral regions of the spinal cord, whereas sympathetic nerves are associated with the thoracic and lumbar regions. The sympathetic division amplifies the effects of the parasympathetic division. Neurons in the parasympathetic division release neurotransmitters that act on receptors that slow heart rate. The sympathetic division of the PNS prepares the body for physical exertion in stressful situations.

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The sympathetic division of the PNS prepares the body for physical exertion in stressful situations.

Neurons in the parasympathetic division release neurotransmitters that act on receptors that slow heart rate

Stimulating the organs of digestion is a parasympathetic response.

Parasympathetic nerves are associated with the cranial and sacral regions of the spinal cord, whereas sympathetic nerves are associated with the thoracic and lumbar regions.

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