Which of the Following Statements About the Sphincters Is True

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the sphincters is true?

• A)The internal sphincter is under voluntary control.
• B)The external sphincter is under voluntary control.
• C)Both sphincters remain slightly relaxed at all times.
• D)The internal sphincter surrounds the external sphincter.

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