Which of the following occurs when the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS)is activated?
A)skin perspiration increases
B)blood flow increases
C)breathing rate increases
D)food digestion increases

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Activation of the PNS results in increased activity in the digestive system, leading to increased food digestion. This is because the PNS is responsible for the "rest and digest" response of the body, which is the opposite of the "fight or flight" response associated with the sympathetic nervous system.

Which of the Following Occurs When the Parasympathetic Nervous System