A good example of a positive feedback mechanism would be _ .
A) enhancement of labor contractions
B) blood calcium level regulation
C) regulating glucose levels in the blood
D) body temperature regulation

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Positive feedback mechanisms amplify changes or processes. Enhancement of labor contractions is a positive feedback mechanism because the release of oxytocin increases contractions, which in turn leads to more oxytocin release, further enhancing contractions.

A Good Example of a Positive Feedback Mechanism Would Be