Nancy is in her building elevator going down to the lobby when the elevator stops suddenly between floors,and the doors don't open.Nancy's heart starts pounding,and her palms start sweating.In this scenario,Nancy's physiological responses can be best attributed to her _____ nervous system.
A)central
B)somatic
C)parasympathetic
D)sympathetic

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Nancy's physiological responses of pounding heart and sweating palms are indicative of a fight or flight response, which is primarily controlled by the sympathetic nervous system. This system activates the body's stress response, which causes such physiological changes in the body.

Nancy Is in Her Building Elevator Going Down to the Lobby