Which term describes the emotional or physical tension resulting from danger or stress?

• A. Anxiety
• B. Stress
• C. Depression
• D. Fatigue

Answer: (B)

When danger or a demanding situation arises, the body activates a stress response that produces both emotional and physical tension—things like a quicker heartbeat, tense muscles, and heightened alertness. This tension is described by the term stress. Anxiety is more about worry or fear about potential threats in the future, rather than the immediate tension from a current threat. Depression refers to a persistent low mood and loss of interest, not the physical or emotional tension you feel in response to danger. Fatigue is a state of tiredness or low energy. Since the scenario specifically describes the tension resulting from danger or stress, stress is the best fit.