Which of These Is True of the "Goose Bumps" We

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of these is true of the "goose bumps" we get when we are cold?​

• A)The response protects us by directing extra blood to the skin.
• B)​The response occurs in some human cultures but not in others.
• C)​The response was useful for our ancestors, though probably not for us.
• D)​The response shows an antagonism between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems.

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Definitions:

Normal Speech

The ability to produce vocal sounds that are recognized by listeners within a given language community as coherent spoken language.

Vagus

Referring to the vagus nerve, the tenth cranial nerve, which innervates major organs, including the heart, lungs, and digestive tract.

Trigeminal

Pertaining to the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.

Cheek

Side of the face forming the lateral wall of the mouth.