Which of the Following Is NOT a Common Characteristic of a Negative

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of a negative feedback system?

• A)regulates conditions in body that remain fairly stable over long periods
• B)important in maintaining homeostasis
• C)involves control centers in the nervous or endocrine systems
• D)stimulates changes that reverse the direction of the stimulus
• E)usually requires an event outside the feedback system to shut it off

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, during which the most vivid dreams commonly occur.

Percentage

A fraction or ratio expressed as a part of 100.

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, involving the brain, hormones, and physical responses.

States

Conditions or situations that are temporary and can change, in contrast to traits which are more enduring characteristics of individuals or entities.