While Bridget Is Walking on the Road, a Bicyclist Swerves

question 11

Multiple Choice

While Bridget is walking on the road, a bicyclist swerves toward her. Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way. Soon, Bridget's heart rate begins to decrease. This calming reaction is due to the action of Bridget's:

• A) skeletal nervous system.
• B) endocrine system.
• C) parasympathetic nervous system.
• D) sympathetic nervous system.

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