Which of the following statements about the endocrine system is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about the endocrine system is incorrect?

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Endocrine glands are ductless and release hormones into the bloodstream. Hormones act on specific target cells with receptors for them. Hormones always act immediately upon secretion. Correct The hypothalamus controls endocrine functions via releasing and inhibiting hormones.

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Some hormones act immediately, while others have long-term effects (e.g., growth hormone, thyroid hormones).

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