The sympathetic nervous system is immediately activated when the baroreceptors in the carotids and the aorta recognize a state of low pressure, sensing a drop in cardiac output.

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This is correct as the baroreceptors in the carotids and the aorta are responsible for sensing changes in blood pressure and initiating the sympathetic response to increase cardiac output and maintain blood pressure.

The Sympathetic Nervous System Is Immediately Activated When the Baroreceptors