As Andre came into the room in which his introductory psychology exam would take place,he noticed that his heart rate had increased due to his _____.As he settled into the test and was able to correctly answer the questions,he calmed down.This response was due to the _____.
A) endorphins; peripheral nervous system
B) sympathetic nervous system; parasympathetic nervous system
C) central nervous system; peripheral nervous system
D) endocrine system; autonomic nervous system

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The increase in heart rate was due to activation of the sympathetic nervous system, which prepares the body for a perceived threat or stressor. As Andre correctly answered the questions, his parasympathetic nervous system was activated, which slows down bodily processes and promotes relaxation.

As Andre Came into the Room in Which His Introductory