Robert Hears Footsteps Behind Him While Walking Down a Dark

question 45

Multiple Choice

Robert hears footsteps behind him while walking down a dark street at night.He is fearful and feels his heart pounding.This response is due to the release of _____,which _____ during stressful situations.

• A)catecholamines;activate the pituitary gland
• B)cortisol;lower blood glucose levels
• C)cortisol;induce the release of ACTH from the pineal gland
• D)catecholamines;activate the sympathetic nervous system

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