Which of the Following Physiological Variables Is Influenced by BOTH

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following physiological variables is influenced by BOTH sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system activation?

• A) Cardiac interbeat interval
• B) Cardiac pre-ejection period
• C) Skin conductance
• D) None of the above are influenced by both sympathetic and parasympathetic activation.

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Definitions:

Repetitive Stimuli

Stimuli that are presented repeatedly, which can lead to various psychological effects such as habituation or sensitization.

Energy Conservation

The practice of reducing energy consumption through using less of an energy service and efficient energy usage.

Dishabituation

Increase in responsiveness after presentation of a new stimulus.

Habituation

The method through which a person becomes used to a stimulus by being exposed to it multiple times, resulting in a reduced reaction.