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Which of the following bodily changes occurs when the hypothalamus activates the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?

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the spleen releases more red blood cells to help carry oxygen

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When the hypothalamus activates the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system the spleen releases more red blood cells to help carry oxygen. This is done because the adrenal glands receive a signal through the autonomic nerves which causes them to release hormone epinephrine into the individual's bloodstream.

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