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Question
Stimulation of nerves of the sympathetic nervous system ______.
Options
Accelerates heartbeat
Constricts pupil of eyes
Increases peristalsis
Retards heartbeat
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Solution
Stimulation of nerves of the sympathetic nervous system Accelerates heartbeat.
Explanation:
In order to help us escape danger, the sympathetic nervous system kicks in, increasing heart rate and blood flow to parts of the body that require more oxygen.
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