The autonomic nervous system directly controls
A) the skeletal muscles.
B) the heart, lungs, and other organs.
C) the reticular formation.
D) temperature regulation.

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The autonomic nervous system is responsible for controlling the functions of organs such as the heart, lungs, and digestive system, as well as other involuntary bodily functions. It does not control skeletal muscles or the reticular formation, and only indirectly plays a role in temperature regulation through its effects on blood vessels and sweat glands.

The Autonomic Nervous System Directly Controls