The release of saliva when thinking of food is part of which nervous system function?
A)Sensory input
B)Integration
C)Motor output

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The release of saliva in response to thinking of food is a motor output of the parasympathetic nervous system, which regulates the digestive system. Choice A refers to the sensory input, which is the detection of the food stimuli. Choice B refers to the integration of sensory information and the formulation of a response.

The Release of Saliva When Thinking of Food Is Part