Which neurotransmitter is used by the sympathetic nervous system to exert its actions?
A) norepinephrine.
B) acetylcholine.
C) GABA.
D) dopamine.

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The sympathetic nervous system uses norepinephrine as its primary neurotransmitter to exert its actions, which include the fight or flight response. Acetylcholine is used by the parasympathetic nervous system to exert its actions, which include the rest and digest response. GABA and dopamine are not primarily used by either the sympathetic or parasympathetic nervous system.

Which Neurotransmitter Is Used by the Sympathetic Nervous System to Exert