Which Sphincter Is Composed of Smooth Muscle Between the Small

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which sphincter is composed of smooth muscle between the small and large intestines?

• A) lower esophageal sphincter
• B) sphincter of Oddi
• C) internal anal sphincter
• D) upper esophageal sphincter
• E) ileocecal sphincter

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Federal Reserve

The central banking system of the United States, responsible for monetary policy, bank regulation, and the stability of the financial system.

Fed Open Market Committee

The branch of the Federal Reserve responsible for open market operations, including the buying and selling of government securities, to influence the money supply and interest rates.

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M1

A category of the money supply that includes all physical money like coins and currency, as well as demand deposits, checking accounts, and negotiable order of withdrawal (NOW) accounts.