After a game of football, David tries to calm down by relaxing in the swimming pool. He tries to get his breath back and relax to avoid muscle cramps. In this scenario, which part of the autonomic nervous system is most likely involved in calming David's body?
A. the somatic nervous system
B. the sympathetic nervous system
C. the parasympathetic nervous system
D. the central nervous system
Answer: C
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