What Physiological Changes Take Place in the Body During the Fight

question 19

Multiple Choice

What physiological changes take place in the body during the fight or flight reaction?

• A) The heart rate decreases.
• B) The activity of the gastrointestinal tract increases.
• C) The breathing rate decreases.
• D) The force of myocardial contractions increases.

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