You are watching a horror movie,and you notice that your heart is beating fast,your mouth is dry,you are breathing rapidly.What division of the nervous system is directly responsible for these reactions?
A)Spinal since this is a reflex arc between sensory and motor nerves
B)The sympathetic nervous system which is responsible for the fight-or-flight reactions to emergency situations
C)The cerebellum which maintains all unconscious control
D)The forebrain where symbols are interpreted
E)None of the choices is correct

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the fight-or-flight reactions in response to a perceived threat or emergency situation. This includes increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and dry mouth. The other options mentioned do not directly play a role in this specific reaction.

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