Emily is about to cross a road when she sees a car speeding toward her. She immediately jumps out of the way and is able to avoid major injuries. Which of the following is a part of the peripheral nervous system to which Emily's reaction can be attributed?
A. the brain
B. the spinal cord
C. the biofeedback division
D. the autonomic division
Answer: D
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