Elena is in a situation that seems dangerous, so she is feeling very stressed. In this situation, what is a benefit of having stress hormones in the body?

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They will help her develop stronger social bonds with others.

They will improve her memory, mood, and cell growth.

They will improve her listening, fine motor skills, vocabulary, and reasoning.

They will help her muscles move quickly.

Answer 1

In a situation that seems dangerous and stressful, the benefit of having stress hormones in the body is:

They will help her muscles move quickly.

Stress hormones such as adrenaline prepare the body for a "fight or flight" response, increasing heart rate and energy levels, which can help improve physical performance in response to immediate threats.