Which of the following is not an example of a negative homeostatic mechanism in the human body?
A)Shivering when body temperature falls below normal
B)Increasing heart rate and force of contraction when blood pressure falls
C)Retention of fluid leading to retention of more fluid
D)Secreting insulin after a meal to return blood sugar concentration toward normal

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Retention of fluid leading to retention of more fluid is a positive feedback mechanism as it reinforces the initial stimulus rather than reversing it. The other options listed are examples of negative feedback mechanisms, which work to counteract and regulate changes in the body's internal environment.

Which of the Following Is Not an Example of a Negative