Saadat is walking to the front of the classroom in preparation for his class presentation. He notices that his heart is starting to beat fast, his palms are sweaty, and he has a general sense of increase in energy. According to the general adaptation syndrome, which phase of the stress response is he in?
A. Adaptation Phase
B. Alarm Phase
C. Reactive Phase
D. Eustressful Phase
E. Muscle Preparation Phase
Answer is B. Alarm Phase
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