What Is an Endocrine Function of the Pancreas

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is an endocrine function of the pancreas?

• A) The pancreas secretes glucagon that stimulates the liver to break down glycogen to glucose.
• B) The pancreas secretes glucagon that stimulates the liver to break down glucose into glycogen.
• C) The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the small intestine.
• D) The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the stomach.
• E) The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the large intestine.

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