A Tendency Toward Activity Anorexia Likely Has Survival Value for Animals

question 138

Multiple Choice

A tendency toward activity anorexia likely has survival value for animals in that it facilitates:

• A) the establishment of a dominance hierarchy.
• B) the lowering of cholesterol levels.
• C) locating a reliable and adequate food supply.
• D) avoiding predators.

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Definitions:

Adequate Amounts

Sufficient quantities to meet a specific requirement or need.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands, often in response to stress, that regulates various body functions.

Cushing's Syndrome

A condition caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol, leading to symptoms like weight gain and high blood pressure.

Diabetes Mellitus

a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.