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Question 1

What is the Set-Up for the experiment?

Answer 1

1. Told they were studying the impact of a vitamin “Suproxin” (really epinephrine) on vision.
2. Asked, “would you mind having an injection of Suproxin to look at the effects of vitamins on vision?” (1pp of 185 declined)

Question 2

How many students declined the injection?

Answer 2

1 participant of 185 declined

Question 3

What does Adrenaline do to your body?

Answer 3

Increases blood pressure
Increases heart rate
Increases blood sugar
Increases respiration
Increases blood flow to muscles & brain
Decreases blood flow to skin (feels cold)
Palpitations
Tremors
Flushing

Question 4

How long does Adrenaline take to work?

Answer 4

Causes similar effects to the arousal of the autonomic nervous system (ANS – “fight or flight”).

Starts after 3-5 mins, lasts 15-30 mins.