Anxiety about an upcoming final exam causes a student to experience an increase in blood pressure, dilation of the pupils, and a dry mouth. Which of the following nervous system responses is responsible for these physical symptoms?

A. Voluntary
B. Sympathetic
C. Limbic
D. Cognitive


Ans: B. Sympathetic

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