The Major Means of Increasing Heat Production in Response to a Cold

question 89

Multiple Choice

The major means of increasing heat production in response to a cold environmental temperature is

• A)skin vasoconstriction
• B)wearing warm clothing
• C)increased muscle activity, such as through shivering and increased voluntary exercise
• D)formation of "goose bumps"
• E)increased food intake

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