The Part of the Nervous System That Is Known as the "Fight

question 77

Multiple Choice

The part of the nervous system that is known as the "fight or flight" system because it arouses the body to meet emergencies and respond to emotional events is the __________ branch.

• A)pineal
• B)endocrine
• C)sympathetic
• D)parasympathetic

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Definitions:

Mood-Congruent Memory

The tendency of individuals to recall memories that are consistent with their current mood.

Chunking

A memory strategy that involves organizing information into manageable and meaningful units or chunks, facilitating easier recall.

Spacing Effect

Refers to the phenomenon where learning is more effective when study sessions are spaced out over time rather than conducted in one long session.

Iconic Memory

A type of visual sensory memory that briefly holds an image of a visual stimulus after its exposure.