What division of the autonomic nervous system is often called the "rest-and-digest" division?

A) somatic
B) sympathetic
C) parasympathetic
D) afferent


C

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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