Which component of the nervous system is responsible for lowering the heart beat?
A. central nervous system
B. sympathetic nervous system
C. parasympathetic nervous system
D. distal nervous system
Answer: C. parasympathetic nervous system
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a. Add a fruit smoothie. b. Substitute vinegar and olive oil for the salad dressing. c. Provide a choice of wheat or sourdough bun. d. Double the amount of lettuce.
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a. inflammation that triggers the release of substances that promote oxidation. b. the last response by the body's immune system to infection. c. inflammation that lasts for up to a week. d. inflammation which is limited to the arteries.
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A) Vitamin A deficiency B) Vitamin B deficiency C) Vitamin C deficiency D) Vitamin D deficiency
Adults living in food-insecure households are more likely to _____
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