The Urge to Defecate Is Caused by

question 23

Multiple Choice

The urge to defecate is caused by

• A)constriction of the internal sphincter.
• B)the rectum filling with feces.
• C)cognitive processes.
• D)fluid volume in the stomach.
• E)relaxation of the external sphincter.

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