Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Postganglionic neurons of the parasympathetic nervous system have short axons.
2. Preganglionic neurons of the parasympathetic nervous system release norepinephrine.
3. Postganglionic neurons of the parasympathetic nervous system release norepinephrine.
4. Postganglionic neurons of the sympathetic nervous system release norepinephrine.
5. In normal, everyday conditions, the parasympathetic nervous system dominates control over many visceral effectors.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE

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