An example of antagonistic hormones controlling homeostasis is _____

A) thyroxine and parathyroid hormone in calcium balance
B) insulin and glucagon in glucose metabolism
C) progestins and estrogens in sexual differentiation
D) epinephrine and norepinephrine in fight-or-flight responses
E) oxytocin and prolactin in milk production


Answer: B

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