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What is the best classification of the stimuli described in the following scenario? You are quietly reading a book on the beach. Unexpectedly, the person next to you lights a large firework. You jump up and throw your book in the sand.

Fight or Flight
Photoropism
Geotropism
Wilting and Turgor

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Fight or flight, because according to Hans Selye, this occurs at times of danger when your adrenaline is heightened.
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