Robert hears footsteps behind him while walking down a dark street at night. He is fearful and feels his heart pounding. This response is due to the release of _____, which _____ during stressful situations.
A) catecholamines; activate the pituitary gland
B) cortisol; lower blood glucose levels
C) cortisol; induce the release of ACTH from the pineal gland
D) catecholamines; activate the sympathetic nervous system
D) catecholamines; activate the sympathetic nervous system
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a. etiology. b. prognosis. c. diagnosis. d. histology.
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false