This figure compares the organization of the somatic motor system and the autonomic nervous system. Identify structure "B" on the above diagram.

A. Somatic motor neuron
B. Effector organ (smooth muscle of GI tract)
C. Postganglionic neuron
D. Preganglionic neuron
E. Autonomic ganglion


Answer: D

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