The branch of the autonomic nervous system that restores the body to normal functioning after arousal and is responsible for day-to-day functioning of the organs and glands is called the ________.
A) spinal cord
B) somatic nervous system
C) sympathetic nervous system
D) parasympathetic nervous system

Question

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that restores the body to normal functioning after arousal and is responsible for day-to-day functioning of the organs and glands is called the ________.
A) spinal cord
B) somatic nervous system
C) sympathetic nervous system 
D) parasympathetic nervous system

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for restoring the body to normal functioning after arousal and controlling day-to-day functioning of organs and glands, such as digestion and relaxation. The spinal cord is a part of the central nervous system and not a branch of the autonomic nervous system. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements and senses. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight or flight response and prepares the body for action.

The Branch of the Autonomic Nervous System That Restores the Body