The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system ________.

A. utilizes acetylcholine as a postganglionic neurotransmitter
B. includes the adrenal medulla
C. has a relatively short preganglionic neuron
D. utilizes norepinephrine as a postganglionic neurotransmitter


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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