Kitty,an inexperienced pilot,prepares for an emergency landing after her single-engine plane loses power.Kitty's emotional arousal is likely to be accompanied by

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In an emergency situation, the body's sympathetic nervous system is activated which leads to the release of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones cause an increase in blood sugar levels to provide energy for the body to respond to the situation. Decreased respiration (A) and pupil constriction (B) are not likely responses in a high-stress situation. Increased salivation (D) is also an unlikely response in an emergency situation.

Kitty,an Inexperienced Pilot,prepares for an Emergency Landing After Her Single-Engine