Question

which of these effectors is not directly controlled by the autonomic nervous system?
most glands
cardiac muscle
skeletal muscle
smooth muscle
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Explanation:

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls involuntary functions. Most glands, cardiac muscle, and smooth muscle are under ANS control (involuntary). Skeletal muscle is controlled by the somatic nervous system (voluntary, for conscious movements), so it's not directly controlled by ANS.

Answer:

C. skeletal muscle