In a stressful situation, the arterioles in the dermis will:
A)dilate to keep blood in the skin for sweating
B)constrict to permit blood to flow to more vital organs
C)dilate to permit blood to flow to more vital organs
D)constrict to prevent sweating

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In a stressful situation, the body's fight or flight response is activated. This response causes the arterioles in the dermis to constrict, which redirects blood flow to more vital organs such as the heart and lungs. This is done to prepare the body for physical activity and to increase the chances of survival. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

In a Stressful Situation, the Arterioles in the Dermis Will