Asked by elizabeth mccloskey on May 16, 2024

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Just before you went on a job interview your heart was pounding like crazy.You experienced a shortness of breath and felt sick to your stomach.These symptoms were most likely produced by your _____ nervous system.

A) central
B) somatic
C) parasympathetic
D) sympathetic

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for physical activity and is often referred to as the "fight or flight" system.

Central

Central refers to something that is of primary importance or located at the middle or core of something.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, especially as distinguished from the mind or consciousness.

  • Understand the impact of stress on the nervous system and the body's response to stress.
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Allyson KollerMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's fight or flight response, which is activated in response to stress or potentially dangerous situations. The symptoms described (heart pounding, shortness of breath, feeling sick to stomach) are all characteristic of the fight or flight response and thus are most likely produced by the sympathetic nervous system.