Which of the following nervous systems manages John's moves as he participates in a spinning exercise class?
A) parasympathetic
B) autonomic
C) somatic
D) sympathetic

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The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles, which is what John is doing during his spinning exercise class. The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary actions such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. The parasympathetic and sympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system work together to maintain a balance in the body's functions in response to changing environments, but are not directly responsible for John's movements during exercise.

Which of the Following Nervous Systems Manages John's Moves as He