Janeen and Marty were strolling down a wooded path in a city park when a man holding a knife suddenly jumped out of the shrubbery. Rather than fight, Janeen and Marty decided to flee and took off, running in the opposite direction. This quick reaction reflects the fight-or-flight response, which is triggered by the _____ nervous system, which stimulates the_____ to produce _____.
A)somatic; adrenal medulla; dopamine and serotonin
B)parasympathetic; adrenal cortex; melatonin and androgen
C)sympathetic; adrenal medulla; epinephrine and norepinephrine
D)central; hypothalamus; GABA and dopamine

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The fight-or-flight response is triggered by the sympathetic nervous system, which activates the adrenal medulla to release epinephrine and norepinephrine. These hormones prepare the body for action by increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate. Choices A and B are incorrect because they mention neurotransmitters and hormones that are not typically involved in the fight-or-flight response. Choice D is also incorrect because the central nervous system is not directly involved in activating the fight-or-flight response.

Janeen and Marty Were Strolling Down a Wooded Path in a City