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One aspect of the physiological response to stress is:

  1. Intestinal function increases

  2. Decreased muscle tension

  3. Increased lung activity

  4. Reduced heart rate

The correct answer is: Increased lung activity

The physiological response to stress is characterized by a number of changes in the body that prepare it for a "fight or flight" response. One of these changes is increased lung activity, which allows for more oxygen intake. This increase helps to ensure that the muscles and other vital organs receive the oxygen they need to respond to stressful situations effectively. When stress occurs, the body reacts by activating the sympathetic nervous system, leading to deeper and more rapid breathing. The other options relate to different physiological responses that typically do not align with the body's reaction to stress. For instance, intestinal function generally decreases in response to acute stress as blood flow is redirected to muscles and vital organs that aid in immediate survival. Muscle tension tends to increase as a way to prepare the body for action, and the heart rate usually elevates as the body gears up for a potential physical response.

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