Stimulation of alpha-2 receptors:
A) constricts the vascular smooth muscle.
B) suppresses the release of norepinephrine.
C) causes profound systemic hypertension.
D) increases the release of norepinephrine.
Answer: B) suppresses the release of norepinephrine.
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