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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The autonomic nervous system regulates which of the following functions?
Options
A Conscious skeletal muscle control
B Visual processing
C Involuntary activities like heart rate and digestion
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D Learning and memory
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is a motor division of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary, visceral functions including heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, and glandular secretion.

Hint

This system operates without conscious effort and has sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.

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