The hormone cortisol produced by adrenal gland is responsible for which of the given functions?

A. Reducing the body activity to take rest
B. Activating body to prepare for the stressful situation
C. Balancing the homeostasis
D. Planning and decision making

Explanation:

The adrenal cortex—the outer part of the gland—produces hormones that are vital to life, such as cortisol (which helps regulate metabolism and helps your body respond to stress) and aldosterone (which helps control blood pressure).