In the context of divisions of the nervous system,the autonomic nervous system consists of the _____.
A)brain and spinal cord
B)somatic nervous system
C)peripheral nervous system and central nervous system
D)parasympathetic nervous system and sympathetic nervous system

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The autonomic nervous system is a sub-division of the peripheral nervous system that controls the involuntary functions of the body, such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. It consists of two opposing branches: the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system. The other choices do not accurately describe the autonomic nervous system.

In the Context of Divisions of the Nervous System,the Autonomic