Due fear which of the following hormones increases rapidly _______________?
Correct answer: D. Epinephrine
- A. Growth hormones
- B. Thyroid hormone
- C. Corticosteroid
- D. Epinephrine
Explanation
Fear rapidly activates the sympathetic adrenal response, releasing epinephrine for the immediate fight-or-flight reaction. Corticosteroid release is also part of the stress response but develops more slowly.
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