The primary purpose of sympathetic nervous system activation is to __________.
A) prepare the body for rest
B) regulate heart rate and respiration
C) prepare the body for muscular effort
D) aid digestion

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which prepares the body for muscular effort or physical activity in response to a perceived threat. This involves increasing heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure to provide more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. It also involves the release of adrenaline and other stress hormones to give the body a burst of energy. The sympathetic nervous system does not play a role in rest, heart rate regulation, or digestion.

The Primary Purpose of Sympathetic Nervous System Activation Is to __________