In order to engage in either a "fight or flight" response to danger, the hypothalamus first activates the ________, ultimately causing the release of ________.
A) adrenal medulla; epinephrine and norepinephrine
B) adrenal cortex; cortisol and other hormones
C) autonomic nervous system; epinephrine and norepinephrine
D) pituitary; cortisol and other hormones
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