Which of the following is an action of the sympathetic nervous system during stress?
A. It increases blood flow to the skeletal muscles and viscera.
B. It inhibits blood clotting.
C. It increases glycogen synthesis in the liver.
D. It increases the ability to respond to situations where physical activity is required.
E. It decreases ventilation of the lungs to save oxygen.
Answer: D
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