If a Response Decreases a Disturbance, the Control System Is

question 55

Multiple Choice

If a response decreases a disturbance, the control system is classified as a ________ feedback system.

• A) deficit
• B) negative
• C) neutral
• D) polarized
• E) positive

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Definitions:

Fight-or-Flight

The physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Hardy Personality

Describes individuals who exhibit resilience and a stronger ability to cope with stress.

Catastrophizing

An irrational thought process where an individual believes something is far worse than it actually is, often leading to increased anxiety and stress.