The figure illustrates the autonomic reflexes and the heart. What does "B" represent?

A. Vagus nerve
B. Increase in blood pressure detected by carotid baroreceptors
C. Glossopharyngeal nerve
D. Sympathetic nerve
E. Decrease in blood pressure detected by carotid baroreceptors


Answer: A

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