Regarding the endocrine system, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Like neurotransmitters, hormones activate cells in the body, and the cells must have receptor sites for the hormones.
b. Different hormones prevail when you are angry than when you are fearful.
c. Androgens ("male hormones") are related to the sex drive in both males and females.
d. Hormones secreted during times of high emotion tend to decrease memory formation.

ANSWER: d

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