Beth and her boyfriend,Bernie,have been kissing on the couch for ten minutes.Bernie has a completely erect penis,and his breathing and pulse rate have increased.Bernie's physical responses are most characteristic of the _____ phase of the human sexual response pattern identified by Masters and Johnson.

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The plateau phase of the human sexual response pattern is characterized by increased breathing and pulse rate, along with genital changes such as the penis becoming fully erect. This phase typically lasts for a period of time before escalating to orgasm. Therefore, Bernie's physical responses, as described in the scenario, are most characteristic of the plateau phase.

Beth and Her Boyfriend,Bernie,have Been Kissing on the Couch for Ten