One purpose of the endocrine system is to
a. provide a mechanism for rapid response to
changes in the body.
b. maintain a relatively constant internal fluid
environment.
c. inhibit nervous system effects on muscles and
glands.
d. allow for a mechanism to control gene action.
e. do all of these.
Answer: b
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