In Response to a Loud Noise, the Autonomic Nervous System

question 53

Short Answer

In response to a loud noise, the autonomic nervous system sends messages to accelerate the heartbeat and inhibit digestive tract activity.The efferent pathway for these commands begins in the central nervous system, and the next synapse will occur in a(n) _______ outside of the central nervous system.

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Geographic Region

A specific area or section of space characterized by a particular set of features, whether natural, man-made, or social.

Dumping

Selling a product abroad for less than charged in the home market or for less than the cost of production

Research and Development Funding

Financial resources allocated for investigative activities with the intention of making discoveries that can help develop new products or services, or to improve existing ones.

Private Sector

The part of the economy that is owned and operated by individuals and private companies, rather than by the government.