Anatomical Positions, Directions, and Divisions

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The sympathetic nervous system is a part of the:

Autonomic Nervous System

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Central Nervous System

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Somatic Nervous System

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Parasympathetic Nervous System

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None of the given answers is correct

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Explanation

The sympathetic nervous system is a part of the autonomic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system comprises the other part of the autonomic nervous system.

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In describing location in the body, the term inferior means:

Below

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Above

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Back side

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Away from the midline

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Toward the midline

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Explanation

In describing location in the body, the term inferior means below another part or toward the feet.

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In describing location in the body, the term superior means:

Above

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Below

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Belly side

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Back side

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Toward the midline

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Explanation

In describing location in the body, the term superior means above another part or toward the head.