A Marathon Runner Is Nearing the End of a Race

question 20

Multiple Choice

A marathon runner is nearing the end of a race when her body starts to produce endogenous opioids.These chemicals will ______.

• A)generate muscle spasms
• B)reduce fatigue and pain
• C)induce vomiting
• D)cause shortness of breath

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