Which hormone stimulates the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and the release of glucose into the blood?

a. Insulin
b. Glucagon
c. Cortisol
d. Epinephrine


b

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The major digestive enzyme secreted by the stomach is:

a. amylase. b. lipase. c. pepsin. d. disaccharidase.

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Research suggests that low-birthweight babies may experience _____

a. a higher adult IQ b. much better eyesight c. tall stature d. greater risk of heart disease and hypertension e. greater risk of psychological problems

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National guidelines recommending 60 minutes of physical activity each day are based on the amount of exercise needed to

A) maintain a healthy body mass index. B) lose 1/2 pound a week until a healthy BMI is reached. C) decrease the risk of developing metabolic syndrome. D) maintain blood pressure within normal levels.

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