The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that consists of nerves that control organs and glands is called the ___________ nervous system
A) somatic
B) autonomic
C) sympathetic
D) parasympathetic
Answer: B
Rationale: The autonomic nervous system is the part of the peripheral nervous system that is responsible for controlling organs and glands. It can be divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, each of which has a specific effect on the organs and glands.
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