Asked by Virginia Chefor on Sep 28, 2024

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Which division of the nervous system is necessary if you need to intentionally stand up or scratch your nose

A)  autonomic 
B)  parasympathetic 
C)  sympathetic 
D)  somatic

Somatic

Somatic relates to the physical body as opposed to the mind, often used in contexts discussing bodily disorders without organic or physiological causes.

Autonomic

Relating to the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary body functions such as heartbeat and digestion.

Parasympathetic

The branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for regulating the body's rest and digest functions, opposing the sympathetic system.

  • Distinguish between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems.
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Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The somatic division of the nervous system is responsible for voluntary movements, such as standing up or scratching your nose. The autonomic and its subdivisions, the parasympathetic and sympathetic, are responsible for involuntary actions such as regulating organ function and responding to stress.