As Molly is walking across campus, a car swerves toward her. Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way. This mobilization of energy is due to the action of Molly's _____ nervous system.

A) somatic
B) skeletal
C) parasympathetic Incorrect. The parasympathetic nervous system restores the body to normal functioning after arousal.
D) sympathetic Correct. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal.

Answer: D