In negative feedback mechanisms, changes away from the normal state

A) stimulate a reduction in all requirements of the body.
B) stimulate changes in the same direction.
C) stimulate changes in the opposite direction.
D) inhibit all body reactions


Answer: C) stimulate changes in the opposite direction.

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