During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, ________.

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During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, the body's sympathetic nervous system is activated, which leads to the release of adrenal hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. This response is part of the body's fight or flight response to stress. Option A is incorrect as the somatic system is involved in the later stages of this response. Option B is incorrect as synaptic activity is not specific to the alarm stage. Option D is also incorrect as neurotransmitter levels are not specifically activated during this stage.

During the Alarm Stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome, ________