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frankwu

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A key function of the autonomic nervous system includes the control of
 
  a. the striatal muscle.
  b. the pituitary gland.
  c. the primary visual cortex.
  d. vegetative processes.
  e. emotion and motor planning.

Question 2

The transmitter _______ is secreted by the terminal buttons of preganglionic sympathetic fibers, whereas most postganglionic sympathetic fibers secrete _______.
 
  a. norepinephrine; acetylcholine
  b. glutamate; acetylcholine
  c. serotonin; norepinephrine
  d. acetylcholine; acetylcholine
  e. acetylcholine; norepinephrine



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. vegetative processes.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: e. acetylcholine; norepinephrine



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