Which of the following statements about the sympathetic nervous system is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about the sympathetic nervous system is incorrect?

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It is part of the autonomic nervous system. It promotes the "fight or flight" response. It decreases heart rate and promotes digestion. Correct It increases blood pressure and respiration rate.

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The sympathetic nervous system increases heart rate and inhibits digestion as part of the "fight or flight" response.

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