Kiesha was driving in her car when a tractor-trailer pulled out in front of her and almost caused an accident. Which branch of Kiesha's nervous system would be most responsible for the functioning of her internal organs during this crisis?
A) somatic
B) sympathetic
C) parasympathetic
D) endocrine

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The sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response during a crisis situation like almost getting into an accident. It activates the release of adrenaline and other stress hormones, increasing heart rate and blood pressure, and redirecting blood flow to the muscles and away from the digestive and other internal organs.

Kiesha Was Driving in Her Car When a Tractor-Trailer Pulled