Which of the following provides an accurate example of negative feedback regulation?
A. High blood glucose inhibits secretion of glucagon.
B. Low insulin levels inhibit insulin receptor formation.
C. Low blood glucose stimulates secretion of insulin.
D. Low blood glucose inhibits secretion of glucagon.
Answer: A
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