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Anajune7

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on: Aug 19, 2018
After intestinal resection, the absorptive efficiency of the intestine is improved through _____.
 a. intestinal adaptation
 b. enzyme replacement therapy
  c. following a high-fiber diet
 d. further surgery
 e. hormonal stimulation

Question 2

The _____ is dependent upon glucose as a fuel source.
 A) pancreas
  B) brain
  C) kidney
  D) liver
  E) small Intestine


jennafosdick

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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

B


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Reply #2 on: Aug 19, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Aug 19, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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