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Mimi

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Research has shown that increased levels of cortisol in response to stress may cause damage to parts of the
 
  a. skeletal system.
  b. brain.
 c. lungs.
 d. stomach.

Question 2

According to the textbook, the physiological response of an individual to a stressor is called
 
  a. adaptation.
 b. fight-or-flight reaction.
 c. stress.
 d. a psychological disorder.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c





 

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