MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 74: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 74

14. While cleaning your house, you notice a large spider on the wall by your head and feel your heart rate jump up and your skin temperature grow warm. Which stage of stress response are you experiencing?

  • A. Alarm
  • B. Resistance
  • C. Exhaustion
  • D. Homeostasis

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The initial reaction to stress, which is activation of the sympathetic nervous system, is the alarm stage of stress response.

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