Mike lives in the northern United States (in Minnesota) and Nick lives in the southern United States (Louisiana).When they both feel insulted by the same individual,Nick will
Be more likely to have a(n) ________ cortisol response and show ________ levels of
Physical aggression.

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Research has shown that individuals from cultures of honor, which are more prevalent in the southern United States, are more likely to respond to insults with increased levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, and show higher levels of physical aggression. This is in contrast to individuals from non-cultures of honor, such as those in the northern United States, who might have a less intense physiological and aggressive response to the same insult.

Mike Lives in the Northern United States (In Minnesota) and Nick