While walking down a dark street, you hear footsteps behind you. This results in a physiological reaction called the
A) homeostatic nervous response.
B) fight-or-flight response.
C) rest-and-digest response.
D) autonomic rebound reaction.

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The fight-or-flight response is the body's automatic physiological reaction to a perceived threat or danger, which includes increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and heightened awareness. This response is triggered by the release of adrenaline and other stress hormones in the body. The footsteps behind you may be perceived as a threat, leading to this response. The other options are not relevant in this situation.

While Walking Down a Dark Street, You Hear Footsteps Behind