How does the nervous system influence the respiratory system?(1 point) Responses It controls muscle contraction. It controls muscle contraction. It stimulates defense against pathogens. It stimulates defense against pathogens. It regulates urine output. It regulates urine output. It regulates blood pressure.

Answer 1

The correct response is: It controls muscle contraction.

The nervous system influences the respiratory system primarily by controlling the contraction of muscles involved in breathing, such as the diaphragm and intercostal muscles, allowing for the expansion and contraction of the lungs during inhalation and exhalation.