Question

multiple choice question
which factors regulate metabolism during the postabsorptive state?

parasympathetic nervous system and glucagon
parasympathetic nervous system and insulin
sympathetic nervous system and glucagon
sympathetic nervous system and insulin

Explanation:

In the postabsorptive state (fasting state), the body needs to mobilize energy stores. The sympathetic nervous system is activated, and glucagon (a hormone that raises blood glucose) is released. The parasympathetic nervous system is more active in the absorptive (fed) state, and insulin (which lowers blood glucose) is dominant in the absorptive state. So the factors regulating metabolism in the postabsorptive state are the sympathetic nervous system and glucagon.

Answer:

C. Sympathetic nervous system and glucagon (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with the third option being "Sympathetic nervous system and glucagon")