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Which of the following is an example of the endocrine system maintaining homeostasis?

A.Detecting a pain stimulus and sending a signal to the spinal cord to perform an automatic response
B.Discharging an excessive amount of hormones in the blood and not sending a signal to stop production
C.Releasing hormones that speed up heart rate and blood pressure while slowing body functions like digestion and growth
D.Using sense organs to get information about the outside world and direct an appropriate body response release

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The correct answer is C
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The correct answer is "C".

Homeostasis is the maintaining of stable internal conditions in the body of a living being, such as body temperature or heart rate.

The endocrine system is an organ in the body which is in charge of secreting hormones that regulate numerous functions in the body, including metabolism, growth, sexual function, sleep, and mood among others. It is an essential organ which contributes to the state of homeostasis in the body.

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