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laurencescou

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Most nutrients are absorbed in what compartment of the gastrointestinal tract?
 a. colon
  b. mouth
  c. stomach
  d. small intestine

Question 2

Fiber is important in the diet because it:
 a. helps to prevent dehydration.
  b. enhances effectiveness of peristalsis.
  c. releases water into the bowel to soften stool.
  d. facilitates absorption of bile salts, sterols, and fat.


SAUXC

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

b


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