The _________________ nervous system controls the contraction of __________________ in the wall of the bronchioles,thereby adjusting airflow in response to metabolic demands.

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The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary actions such as smooth muscle contraction, which is needed for adjusting airflow in the bronchioles. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary actions like skeletal muscle movements. Therefore, options A and C are incorrect. Option B is incorrect because skeletal muscles are not present in the bronchioles. Option E is incorrect because cartilage does not directly affect airflow in the bronchioles.

The _________________ Nervous System Controls the Contraction of __________________ in the Wall

The _ Nervous System Controls the Contraction of __ in the Wall