The part of the nervous system that quiets the body after arousal and helps maintain vital functions (like breathing) at moderate levels is the branch

a. sympathetic
b. parasympathetic
c. central
d. peripheral


ANSWER: b

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The primary somatosensory cortex projects and sends information to where?

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