A part of the nervous system that prepares the body for emergencies, that is, "fighting or fleeing," is the __________ branch.
A)parasympathetic
B)sympathetic
C)somatic
D)adaptive

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response, preparing the body for emergencies by increasing heart rate, redirecting blood flow to muscles, and releasing adrenaline, among other physiological changes.

A Part of the Nervous System That Prepares the Body