Which of the following is a function of the autonomic division of the peripheral nervous system?
A) Helps the body respond to changes in the external environment
B) Helps maintain the body's posture and balance
C) Transmits sensory information for smell, sight, hearing, and taste
D) Transmits signals to the muscles used in facial expressions
E) Helps maintain homeostasis in the internal environment

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The autonomic division of the peripheral nervous system primarily regulates involuntary bodily functions to maintain internal balance or homeostasis, such as heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response, urination, and sexual arousal.

Which of the Following Is a Function of the Autonomic