The ganglia of the sympathetic nervous system are more connected to one another than are the ganglia of the parasympathetic nervous system.This arrangement results in the sympathetic nervous system operating in a ____________ manner than does the parasympathetic nervous system.
A) more selective
B) less reactive
C) more diffuse
D) less flexible

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The sympathetic nervous system operates in a more diffuse manner due to the fact that its ganglia are more connected to one another compared to the parasympathetic nervous system. This allows for a wider spread of sympathetic activation throughout the body.

The Ganglia of the Sympathetic Nervous System Are More Connected