When we're escaping from danger, like a fire, our _______ nervous system, is active. When we're digesting food, our _______ nervous system is active.

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response during stressful or dangerous situations, while the parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for rest and digest functions like digestion. Therefore, the best choice is D, which correctly identifies the two nervous systems and their respective functions.

When We're Escaping from Danger, Like a Fire, Our _______