A nerve of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is stimulated.Choose the correct type of preganglionic neuron, type of postganglionic neuron, and response to the stimulation.
A) Cholinergic; cholinergic; stimulates glucose uptake
B) Cholinergic; noradrenergic; stimulates contraction of urinary bladder
C) Cholinergic; noradrenergic; inhibits salivation
D) Cholinergic; cholinergic; accelerates heartbeat
E) Noradrenergic; cholinergic; relaxes airways

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In the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system, the preganglionic neurons are cholinergic (they release acetylcholine), and the postganglionic neurons are primarily noradrenergic (they release norepinephrine). The response to stimulation can vary, but inhibiting salivation is consistent with sympathetic activity, which typically prepares the body for "fight or flight" responses, reducing functions that are not essential in immediate danger, such as salivation.

A Nerve of the Sympathetic Division of the Autonomic Nervous