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Which action is characteristic of the appendix?
 
  a. It ferments fiber.
  b. It stores lymph cells.
  c. It slows down peristalsis.
  d. It stores preformed stools.
  e. It assists in the formation of T-cells.

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What structure functions to prevent entrance of food into the trachea?
 
  a. Tongue
  b. Epiglottis
  c. Cardiac sphincter
  d. Trachea sphincter
  e. Upper esophageal sphincter


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

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


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