Walking home from work late one night,Jaydra suddenly hears footsteps behind her.Her heart pounds,her muscles tense,and her mouth goes dry.These bodily responses are activated by her ________ nervous system.
A) central
B) sympathetic
C) parasympathetic
D) somatic

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which is characterized by increased heart rate, tensed muscles, and dry mouth in response to a perceived threat or danger.

Walking Home from Work Late One Night,Jaydra Suddenly Hears Footsteps