When you leap out of the path of a speeding car, the adrenal hormone _________ is released, causing an increase in respiration and heart rate.
A) insulin
B) ACTH
C) epinephrine
D) thyroxine

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Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is the adrenal hormone released in response to stress or fear, leading to an increase in heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism. This is part of the "fight or flight" response.

When You Leap Out of the Path of a Speeding