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A fight-or-flight response in the body is controlled by thea. sympathetic division of the nervous system.b. parasympathetic division of the nervous system.c. release of acetylcholine from postganglionic neurons.d. somatic nervous system.
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It is a physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival. During this reaction, certain hormones like adrenaline and cortisol are released. Show more…
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