The _______ System Prepares the Body for Action

Question

The _______ system prepares the body for action. It is most active during stressful situations.
A) parasympathetic
B) peripheral
C) sympathetic
D) somatic

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic system prepares the body for action and is most active during stressful situations. The parasympathetic system is responsible for the body's rest and relaxation functions, such as digestion and sleep. The peripheral system refers to the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord, while the somatic system controls voluntary movement of muscles.