Match each division of the autonomic nervous system with its function.
a.sympathetic division
b.parasympathetic division
-Someone who has experienced an injury to the hippocampus would most likely
A) lose the ability to form new memories.
B) have difficulty controlling emotion.
C) have difficulty staying awake.
D) lose the ability to identify familiar objects.

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The hippocampus is important for the formation of new memories, so damage to this area would likely lead to difficulty in creating new memories.

Answer: A and B
 The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response, preparing the body for action in response to a perceived threat. The parasympathetic division is responsible for the body's "rest and digest" response, conserving energy and promoting relaxation.

Answer: A 
 The hippocampus is important for the formation of new memories, so damage to this area would likely lead to difficulty in creating new memories.

Match Each Division of the Autonomic Nervous System with Its