Which of the following nervous systems would manage the conscious decision to talk to someone who is threatening a physical attack?
A)autonomic
B)sympathetic
C)parasympathetic
D)somatic

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The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary movements, including communication through speech. Therefore, it would manage the conscious decision to talk to someone who is threatening a physical attack. The autonomic, sympathetic, and parasympathetic nervous systems are involved in involuntary physiological responses, such as the fight-or-flight response, but they are not directly involved in the decision to speak.

Which of the Following Nervous Systems Would Manage the Conscious