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During a long-term reaction to stress, an overproduction of ________ can suppress the immune system, causing immune cells to decrease and reducing the inflammatory response.
 
  A) norepinephrine
  B) adrenaline
  C) glucose
  D) cortisol

Question 2

What specific negative action does stress have on the cardiovascular system?
 
  A) It lowers the number of white blood cells.
  B) It raises blood pressure.
  C) It lowers the plasma level of the blood.
  D) It raises the triglyceride levels of the blood.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

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Answer: B





 

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