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londonang

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Allostatic load refers to wear and tear on the body due to
 
  A) accumulated stress from major life stressors.
  B) accumulated stress from major life stressors, minor stressors, and daily hassles.
  C) currently experienced major life stressors.
  D) currently experienced minor stressors and daily hassles.

Question 2

Seth was just told by his boss that he's going to be fired. The stress of the news is sending his body into fight or flight mode. Accordingly, which of the following is taking place?
 
  A) His breathing is slowing down.
  B) His digestive processes are slowing down.
  C) His immune defenses are speeding up.
  D) The level of glucose in his blood is decreasing.


robbielu01

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


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