The figure illustrates the autonomic reflexes and the heart. What does "D" represent?
A. Vagus nerve
B. Decrease in blood pressure detected by carotid baroreceptors
C. Glossopharyngeal nerve
D. Increase in blood pressure detected by carotid baroreceptors
E. Sympathetic nerve
Answer: B
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