Which Is TRUE Regarding the Three Phases of the Control

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which is TRUE regarding the three phases of the control of HCl secretion?

• A) In the intestinal phase, an increase in osmolarity of the contents of the duodenum decreases HCl secretion.
• B) In the gastric phase, distension of the stomach decreases HCl secretion.
• C) In the cephalic phase, increased nutrient concentration in the duodenum stimulates HCl secretion.
• D) In the intestinal phase, increased peptide concentration in the stomach inhibits HCl secretion.
• E) In the gastric phase, decreased H⁺ concentration in the stomach inhibits HCl secretion.

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