Neural Control And Coordination Question 5

Question: Given below is a table comparing the effects of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system. Which of the following feature is correctly described?

Options:

A) Feature Sympathetic nervous system Parasympathetic nervous system Salivary glands Stimulates secretion Inhibits secretion

B) Pupil of eye Dilates Constricts

C) Heart rate Decreases Increases

D) Intestinal peristalsis Stimulates secretion Inhibits secretion

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b]
Features Sympathetic nervous system Parasympathetic nervous system [a] Salivary glands Inhibits secretions Stimulates secretions [b] Pupil of eye Dilates Constricts [c] Heart rate Increases strength and rate of heart beat Decreases strength and rate of heart beat [d] Intestinal peristalsis Inhibits secretions Stimulates secretions