Nancy is in her building elevator going down to the lobby when the elevator stops suddenly between floors,and the doors won'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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The physiological responses of Nancy's heart pounding and her palms sweating are classic symptoms of the fight or flight response, which is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system. In this case, Nancy's body is reacting to a perceived threat (being stuck in the elevator), and the sympathetic nervous system is priming her body to respond to that threat.

Nancy Is in Her Building Elevator Going Down to the Lobby