Which Statement Best Describes a Synergistic Effect

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes a synergistic effect? 

• A) It induces a positive feedback loop and results in continued interaction. 
• B) It occurs when two or more factors interact to produce a greater effect than each would have produced separately. 
• C) It results in a time delay. 
• D) It occurs when two or more factors interact to produce a lesser effect than each would have produced separately.

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Definitions:

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones, leading to hyperthyroidism.

Insulin Deficiency

A condition characterized by the inadequate production or use of insulin, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.

Pancreas

A gland located in the abdominal cavity that plays a key role in digestion and blood sugar regulation by secreting digestive enzymes and insulin.

Diabetes

A metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period due to insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production.