The Digestive System is Mainly Under _______ Control

Question

The digestive system is mainly under _______ control.
A) sympathetic
B) autonomic
C) parasympathetic
D) somatic

Accepted Answer

The parasympathetic nervous system regulates the digestive system. It controls the secretion of digestive enzymes, the motility of the digestive tract, and stimulates the release of hormones that aid in digestion. The sympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, inhibits digestion and is responsible for the "fight or flight" response. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements and is not involved in digestion.