Why Doesn't the Stomach Digest Itself

question 174

Multiple Choice

Why doesn't the stomach digest itself?

• A) The stomach wall lacks proteins so enzymes won't attack it.
• B) The digestive enzymes in the stomach aren't efficient enough.
• C) The stomach lining is too tough to be digested.
• D) The stomach wall is protected by large amounts of mucus.
• E) The stomach is protected by HCl.

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Definitions:

Universal Generalization (UG)

A principle in logic where a statement applies to all members of a category or class.

Existential Generalization (EG)

A logical inference rule that allows for the conclusion that at least one member of a domain possesses a certain property, based on evidence of a specific instance.

Denying the Antecedent (DN)

A logical fallacy where one assumes that if the antecedent in a conditional statement is not true, the consequent must also not be true.

Disjunctive Syllogism (DS)

A form of logical argument where, if one has a disjunction (A or B) and knows that A is not true, one can conclude B must be true.