MCAT Practice Question for March 5, 2026
A study is conducted to examine the relationship between daily stressors and levels of cortisol, a hormone known to be associated with stress. As part of the study, participants were asked to report on daily stressors and provide a saliva sample for cortisol analysis. The results showed that individuals who reported higher levels of daily stressors also had higher levels of cortisol in their saliva.
What can be concluded from the findings of the study described in the passage?