Question

how are stress and physical health related?
○ high stress levels increase physical fitness.
○ the body is not able to function under high stress.
○ the body needs high stress to assist with healing.
○ high stress levels can damage the body’s well - being.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• "High stress levels increase physical fitness" is incorrect as stress typically has negative impacts on fitness.
• "The body is not able to function under high stress" is an overstatement; the body can function but with negative effects.
• "The body needs high stress to assist with healing" is wrong as stress hinders healing.
• "High stress levels can damage the body’s well - being" aligns with the known negative effects of stress on physical health (e.g., increased blood pressure, weakened immune system).

Answer:

D. High stress levels can damage the body’s well - being.