The Slope of a Line

question 43

Multiple Choice

The slope of a line

• A) can never equal zero.
• B) is always a constant.
• C) measures the ratio of the change in the value of the y-axis variable relative to the change in the value of the x-axis variable.
• D) measures the value of the y-axis variable relative to the value of the x-axis variable.

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Definitions:

Pylorus

The part of the stomach that connects to the duodenum and acts as a valve to control the flow of partially digested food.

Stomach Mucosa

The inner lining of the stomach that contains glands producing gastric juice necessary for digestion.

Rugae

Folds or wrinkles found in the stomach lining, which allow it to expand when food enters.

Pancreas

A gland behind the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum and insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream.