Stress ________ activity in the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. Stress also _________ activity in the parasympathetic division.
A)increases; increases
B)increases; decreases
C)decreases; increases
D)decreases; decreases

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Stress triggers the "fight or flight" response, increasing activity in the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system, while simultaneously decreasing activity in the parasympathetic division, which is responsible for "rest and digest" functions.

Stress ________ Activity in the Sympathetic Division of the Autonomic