Which of the Following Is false About Secretions from the Salivary

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false about secretions from the salivary glands?

• A)are mostly water
• B)help control bacterial populations in the mouth
• C)help lubricate the oral cavity and its contents
• D)contain enzymes for the digestion of carbohydrates
• E)contain enzymes for the digestion of lipids

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Individuals who benefit from a good or service without contributing to its cost, often associated with public goods.

Nonrival in Consumption

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Marginal Cost

The additional cost incurred by producing one more unit of a product or service, a key concept used in decision-making and pricing strategies.

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