Multiple Choice
Which division of the nervous system works antagonistically to the sympathetic nervous system?
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3. Biological Psychology
Organization of the Nervous System
Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements regarding the organization of the nervous system is NOT true?
A
The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord.
B
The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements.
C
The peripheral nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord.
D
The autonomic nervous system is a subdivision of the peripheral nervous system.
Verified step by step guidance1
Step 1: Understand the basic divisions of the nervous system. The nervous system is primarily divided into the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
Step 2: Recall that the central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and spinal cord, which are responsible for processing and integrating information.
Step 3: Recognize that the peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, connecting the CNS to the rest of the body.
Step 4: Identify the somatic nervous system as a subdivision of the PNS that controls voluntary movements by transmitting signals to skeletal muscles.
Step 5: Note that the autonomic nervous system is another subdivision of the PNS, responsible for regulating involuntary functions like heart rate and digestion.
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