Effects produced by the parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system include
A) dilation of the pupils.
B) increased secretion by digestive glands.
C) dilation of respiratory passages.
D) increased heart rate.
E) all of the above

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The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for promoting rest and digestion. This includes increased secretion by digestive glands, but not dilation of the pupils, respiratory passages, or an increased heart rate. Therefore, the best choice is B, increased secretion by digestive glands.

Effects Produced by the Parasympathetic Branch of the Autonomic Nervous