Becoming Intoxicated More Easily on an Empty Stomach Than on a Full

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Multiple Choice

Becoming intoxicated more easily on an empty stomach than on a full stomach is due to __________.

• A)the release of hydrochloric acid in the small intestine
• B)the stimulation of acetic acid
• C)irritating effect on the stomach wall
• D)the speed with which alcohol passes into the small intestine

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