The Most Important Functions of the Small Intestine Are

question 20

Multiple Choice

The most important functions of the small intestine are

• A) digestion and denaturation.
• B) segmentation and excretion.
• C) digestion and absorption.
• D) peristalsis and mechanical digestion.

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Principal

The original sum of money borrowed in a loan or the initial amount of investment before any earnings or interest is added.

Interest

The charge for borrowing money or the compensation paid to a lender by a borrower for the use of borrowed funds.

Total Assets

The sum of all resources owned by a company, including cash, inventory, property, and equipment, reflected on the balance sheet.

Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life.