Which is true of strenuous, prolonged exercise?a. It results in an increase in plasma glucagon concentration.b. It results in an increase in plasma insulin concentration.c. Plasma glucose concentration does not change.d. Skeletal muscle uptake of glucose is inhibited.e. Plasma concentrations of cortisol and growth hormone both decrease.

Which is true of strenuous, prolonged exercise?a. It results in an increase in plasma glucagon concentration.b. It results in an increase in plasma insulin concentration.c. Plasma glucose concentration does not change.d. Skeletal muscle uptake of glucose is inhibited.e. Plasma concentrations of cortisol and growth hormone both decrease.

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