Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)Heartburn often results when the gastroesophageal sphincter fails to close properly.
• B)A thin layer of chyme protects the lining of the digestive tract from being broken down by enzymes.
• C)Hydrochloric acid (HCl)begins the partial digestion of fats in the small intestine.
• D)Cystic fibrosis is an infectious disease that causes the muscles that control swallowing to malfunction.

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Definitions:

Enterprise

A business or company, especially when considered in terms of its size, complexity, or organizational structure.

Downstream Partners

Companies or entities that perform activities in the later stages of the supply chain, closer to the end consumers, such as distributors and retailers.

Upstream Partners

Businesses or individuals that provide raw materials, components, or services to another company for the production of goods.

Production Rate

is the speed at which goods are manufactured or produced in a given period, often measured in units per hour or products per day.