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james0929

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All of the following are TRUE about the liver EXCEPT it ________.
 
  A) is an accessory organ of digestion
  B) continuously produces bile
  C) is an S-shaped structure
  D) contributes to but is not physically involved in the process of digestion

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding pernicious anemia is NOT true?
 
  a. There is insufficient vitamin B12.
  b. Vitamin B12 is absorbed by the digestive tract.
  c. Too many red blood cells are manufactured.
  d. Vitamin B12 is necessary for erythrocyte production.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) This is a true statement.
B) This is a true statement.
C) Correct The liver is a large, dark red-brown organ.
D) This is a true statement.

Answer to Question 2

c
Explanation:
a. There is insufficient vitamin B12: a true statement
b. Vitamin B12 is absorbed by the digestive tract: a true statement
c. Too many red blood cells are manufactured: correct
d. Vitamin B12 is necessary for erythrocyte production: a true statement


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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Gracias!

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