Cortisol Is a Glucocorticoid That Helps Maintain Blood Glucose Levels

Multiple Choice

Cortisol is a glucocorticoid that helps maintain blood glucose levels during fasting by

A) stimulating the synthesis of fatty acids.
B) promoting the conversion of amino acids into proteins in muscle tissues.
C) increasing the glucose-dependent inflammatory response.
D) promoting fat utilization.
E) inhibiting glucose utilization in muscle cells.