Sympathetic is to ____ as parasympathetic is to ____.
A) the central nervous system; the peripheral nervous system
B) voluntary behavior; involuntary behavior
C) arousal; relaxation
D) neurotransmitters; hormones

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Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are both part of the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, breathing, and digestion. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for preparing the body for action or stress, while the parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for promoting rest, relaxation, and digestion. Therefore, the best choice for the analogy is arousal (sympathetic) and relaxation (parasympathetic).

Sympathetic Is to ____ as Parasympathetic Is to ____

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