Which of the Following Is an Example of Negative Feedback

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of negative feedback?

• A) An increase in normal body temperature triggers heat loss through enhanced blood flow to the skin and increased sweating.
• B) An increase in ambient room temperature triggers the thermostat to turn on the heater.
• C) A severe cut triggers accelerated blood clotting until the bleeding stops.
• D) Increased blood sugar stimulates the release of a hormone from the pancreas that stimulates the liver to release blood sugar.
• E) An increase in body temperature triggers a neural response that initiates physiological changes to increase body temperature.

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