Genetically-mutated ob/ob mice:
A)have provided the first animal model with which to study the fight-or-flight response.
B)lack the direct thalamus-to-amygdala fear pathway.
C)are obese, yet display many of the internal physiological characteristics of a starving animal.
D)maintain perfect energy homeostasis even if underfed or overfed.

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Genetically-mutated ob/ob mice are known to be obese but also exhibit many physiological characteristics of a starving animal due to their inability to produce the hormone leptin, which is involved in regulating metabolism and appetite.

Genetically-Mutated Ob/ob Mice