During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, which metabolic change(s) occur(s)? Choose all that apply
1) Rate of metabolism decreases.
2) Liver converts more glycogen to glucose.
3) Use of amino acids decreases.
4) Amino acids and fats are more available for energy.
ANS: 2, 4
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