Which of the following normally occurs as part of the "fight-or-flight" response?
A) Pupils dilate.
B) Heart rate decreases.
C) Blood pressure decreases.
D) Digestion speeds up.

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Pupils dilate as a part of the "fight-or-flight" response as it allows better vision to detect potential threats.

Answer: D 
 Digestion slows down as part of the "fight-or-flight" response as it is not necessary for immediate survival in a potentially dangerous situation. Therefore, B and C are incorrect.

Which of the Following Normally Occurs as Part of the "Fight-Or-Flight