When you encounter a bear while hiking, which part of your nervous system triggers an increase in your heart rate and breathing to help you run away?
A) the central nervous system
B) the sympathetic nervous system
C) the parasympathetic nervous system
D) somatic nervous system
E) cranial nerves

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which includes increasing heart rate and breathing to prepare for rapid action, such as running away from a bear.

When You Encounter a Bear While Hiking, Which Part of Your