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sheilaspns

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The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the
 
  A) pituitary gland.
  B) cerebral cortex.
  C) frontal lobe.
  D) hypothalamus.

Question 2

As part of the stress response, the hormone that stimulates the body to prepare for action is
 
  A) epinephrine.
  B) cortisol.
  C) testosterone.
  D) thyroxine.


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GCabra

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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