Which of the Following Pathways Is Activated During the Cephalic

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pathways is activated during the cephalic phase of gastrointestinal control?

• A) sympathetic nerves to enteric nervous system
• B) secretion of cholecystokinin
• C) secretion of secretin
• D) parasympathetic nerves to enteric nervous system
• E) short reflexes between the small intestine and stomach

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