The part of the autonomic nervous system primarily responsible for our "emergency" or "alarm" response to stress is the
A)parasympathetic nervous system.
B)sympathetic nervous system.
C)endocrine system.
D)cortex.

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for our "fight or flight" response to stress or danger, which includes an increase in heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure. This is our body's way of preparing to face a threat or escape from it. The parasympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, is responsible for our "rest and digest" response, which promotes relaxation and digestion. The endocrine system and cortex may also play a role in our response to stress, but the sympathetic nervous system is the primary driver of the emergency response.

The Part of the Autonomic Nervous System Primarily Responsible for Our