Which Statement Best Describes Pepsinogen

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes pepsinogen?

• A)It is secreted by the same cells in the stomach that produce HCl.
• B)In its active form,it begins the digestion of food proteins,
• C)In its active form,it continues the digestion of starch begun by salivary amylase.
• D)It is secreted by the chief cells in the stomach,which also secrete the intrinsic factor.

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Definitions:

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