A 15-year-old female begins taking a new weight-loss drug. The drug inhibits the smooth muscle action of the stomach. It most likely acts by increasing _____ stimulation.

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Since the drug inhibits the smooth muscle action of the stomach, it is likely increasing sympathetic stimulation. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response, which typically decreases digestive functions to allow the body to focus on other activities. This would be consistent with the inhibition of smooth muscle action in the stomach. The other options (somatic, parasympathetic, hormonal) are less likely to be involved in this action.

A 15-Year-Old Female Begins Taking a New Weight-Loss Drug