Which situation is MOST likely to involve the action of the parasympathetic nervous system?
A)Brooke's finger accidentally grazes the hot iron; she immediately jerks her hand away.
B)After a satisfying evening meal, Callum relaxes in front of the television.
C)Walking toward her car in a deserted parking garage one night, Danica is surprised by a strange man who seems to appear from nowhere.
D)None of these situations reflects the action of the parasympathetic nervous system.

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for promoting relaxation, digestion, and bowel/bladder control. Option B, where Callum relaxes after a meal, is the only situation that involves the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system. Option A reflects a reflexive action, option C reflects a fight or flight response, and option D is incorrect as the other options do reflect various aspects of the nervous system.

Which Situation Is MOST Likely to Involve the Action of the Parasympathetic