The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that consists of nerves that control all of the involuntary muscles, organs, and glands is called the __________ nervous system.
A) somatic
B) autonomic
C) sympathetic
D) parasympathetic

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The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, breathing, and digestion. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements of muscles and the sensory information that goes along with them. The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are two separate branches of the autonomic nervous system that work together to maintain a balance between rest and activity, often referred to as the "fight or flight" response (sympathetic) and the "rest and digest" response (parasympathetic). However, only the autonomic nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions, so B is the correct answer.

The Subdivision of the Peripheral Nervous System That Consists of Nerves