The nervous system reacts to stimuli ________ compared to the endocrine system, adapts ________ compared to the endocrine system, and has ________ effects compared to the endocrine system.

A. quickly; quickly; specific
B. slowly; slowly; widespread
C. quickly; slowly; specific
D. slowly; quickly; specific
E. quickly; quickly; widespread


Answer: A

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