Parasympathetic stimulation from the vagus nerve results in:

more forceful ventricular contractions
an increased heart rate
a decrease in heart rate
no effect on the heart rate


a decrease in heart rate

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What structure anchors the ovary to the uterus?

A) Broad ligament B) Ovarian ligament C) Suspensory ligament D) Round ligament

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Abnormal forced extension beyond normal range of motion is called ________.

A. hyperextension B. pronation C. circumduction D. supination E. rotation

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The mechanical force of contraction is generated by ________

A) shortening of the thick filaments B) shortening of the thin filaments C) a sliding of thin filaments past thick filaments D) the "accordion-like" folding of thin and thick filaments E) the temporary disappearance of thin filaments

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