Which of the following is NOT associated with the sympathetic nervous system?
A) Vagus nerve
B) Adrenergic
C) Thoracolumbar
D) Fight-or-flight response

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The vagus nerve is associated with the parasympathetic nervous system, which has opposite effects to the sympathetic nervous system. The other choices (B, C, D) are all associated with the sympathetic nervous system. Adrenergic refers to the use of adrenaline as a neurotransmitter, which is used by sympathetic neurons. Thoracolumbar refers to the spinal segments (thoracic and lumbar) from which sympathetic neurons originate. The fight-or-flight response is a characteristic response of the sympathetic nervous system to stress or danger.

Which of the Following Is NOT Associated with the Sympathetic