Which of the following describes the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?
A) It secretes norepinephrine.
B) It slows the heart and respiratory rates.
C) It releases acetylcholine.
D) It activates the digestive glands.
E) It prepares the body for resting.

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The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which includes the secretion of norepinephrine to increase heart rate, dilate the pupils, and prepare the body for action, contrasting with the parasympathetic division that slows the heart rate and promotes digestion and rest.

Which of the Following Describes the Sympathetic Division of the Autonomic