Without Cortisol's Permissive Effect on ________, an Animal Would Die

Question

Without cortisol's permissive effect on ________, an animal would die.
A) insulin
B) glucagon
C) thyroid hormone
D) parathyroid hormone
E) aldosterone

Accepted Answer

Cortisol has a permissive effect on glucagon, allowing it to stimulate gluconeogenesis and raise blood glucose levels, which is critical for survival.