Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Hormones

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of hormones?

• A) inactivates bacteria
• B) acts as messenger molecules
• C) coordinates visual response
• D) acts as buffers in the bloodstream

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Definitions:

Social Security

Government program that provides financial assistance to people with an inadequate or no income.

Medicare Taxes

Taxes collected from earnings to fund the Medicare program, providing health insurance to individuals aged 65 and older or those who meet specific criteria.

FUTA

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act, which imposes a payroll tax on businesses to fund state workforce agencies.

SUTA

State Unemployment Tax Act, the legislation enabling state governments to collect unemployment insurance taxes from employers.