Which of the Following Pairs Have Antagonistic Effects Towards Each

Question

Which of the following pairs have antagonistic effects towards each other?
A) the motor system and the autonomic nervous system
B) the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system
C) the enteric nervous system and the motor system
D) the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system have antagonistic effects towards each other. The sympathetic division prepares the body for stressful or emergency situations, often referred to as the "fight or flight" response, while the parasympathetic division conserves energy and is involved in "rest and digest" functions.