The autonomic nervous system is divided into two systems; give the name of each system and describe their function.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Sympathetic and parasympathetic systems
The parasympathetic division increases digestive activity; the sympathetic division decreases it. The Sympathetic Division of the ANS is responsible for mobilizing the body in response to situations that are threatening or otherwise exciting.
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