Nearly 80% of parasympathetic outflow to the terminal ganglia is conducted through
A)the glossopharyngeal nerve.
B)the oculomotor nerve.
C)the vagus nerve.
D)spinal nerves from the thoracic region.
E)spinal nerves from the sacral region.

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The vagus nerve is a major conduit for parasympathetic outflow to the terminal ganglia. The glossopharyngeal and oculomotor nerves are also involved in some parasympathetic functions, but to a lesser extent. Spinal nerves in the thoracic and sacral regions are more involved in sympathetic outflow.

Nearly 80% of Parasympathetic Outflow to the Terminal Ganglia Is