Action potentials in neurons in the inspiratory center of the medulla oblongata result in action potentials in the ________ nerves to the diaphragm, which in turn cause ________ of the muscle, resulting in a/an ________ in the volume of the thoracic cage.

A. motor; contraction; increase
B. sympathetic; relaxation; increase
C. parasympathetic; contraction; decrease
D. motor; contraction; decrease
E. sympathetic; contraction; increase


Answer: A

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