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sammy

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on: Sep 23, 2013
Fight-or-flight reactions include activation of
A) the parathyroid glands, leading to increased metabolic rate.
B) the thyroid gland, leading to an increase in the blood calcium concentration.
C) the anterior pituitary gland, leading to cessation of gonadal function.
D) the adrenal medulla, leading to increased secretion of epinephrine.
E) the pancreas, leading to a reduction in the blood sugar concentration.


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Reply #1 on: Sep 25, 2013
For sure it has to be D Mark as solved once you're done!


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Reply #2 on: Sep 27, 2013
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