The branch of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the nervous system.
A) somatic
B) parasympathetic
C) sympathetic
D) central

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for slowing down the body after exposure to a stressor, and promoting rest and digestion. The sympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, is responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response to stressors. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements, while the central nervous system includes both the brain and the spinal cord.

The Branch of the Autonomic Nervous System That Slows Down