Georgia is undergoing an acute, 50-minute stressor-a comprehensive final exam in her psychology class at State University. Which of the following issues is Georgia likely to experience?

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During acute stress, the body releases catecholamines like adrenaline and noradrenaline, which prepare the body for fight or flight response by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate. Therefore, option A is the correct choice as Georgia is undergoing acute stress which will lead to an increase in catecholamine release. Option B is incorrect as there will be an increase in adrenaline release, not a decrease. Option C is incorrect as pupil dilation occurs during stress, not pupil constriction. Option D is incorrect as stress suppresses digestion.

Georgia Is Undergoing an Acute, 50-Minute Stressor-A Comprehensive Final Exam