How does the nervous system influence the respiratory system?(1 point)

Question

Responses

It regulates blood pressure.
It regulates blood pressure.

It controls muscle contraction.
It controls muscle contraction.

It stimulates defense against pathogens.
It stimulates defense against pathogens.

It regulates urine output.

Answer 1

The correct response is: It controls muscle contraction.

The nervous system influences the respiratory system primarily by controlling the contraction of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles, which are essential for breathing.