The autonomic component of an emotional response functions to
A) mobilize energy for vigorous movement.
B) restore physiological balance after an emotional experience.
C) promote digestion of nutrients.
D) facilitate healing of damaged tissue.
E) alter skin coloring so as to provide an emotional cue to observers.

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The autonomic component of an emotional response activates the sympathetic nervous system which releases adrenaline and other hormones to mobilize energy for vigorous movement, also known as the fight or flight response.

The Autonomic Component of an Emotional Response Functions to