Following a stressful stimulus, the fight-or-flight response will cause ________.
A) glucose to be stored in liver cells
B) adrenaline to be released from the anterior pituitary
C) an increase release of thyroid hormones
D) the breakdown of glycogen into glucose

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The fight-or-flight response triggers the release of adrenaline and other hormones that increase blood glucose levels. This is achieved through the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and muscles into glucose. This glucose is then released into the bloodstream to provide energy for the body to respond to the stressful stimulus. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Following a Stressful Stimulus, the Fight-Or-Flight Response Will Cause ________