Question 1

Fructose is primarily absorbed from the small intestine via

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A)  facilitated diffusion.
B)  active transport.
C)  simple diffusion.
D)  endocytosis.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 2

A primary function of the digestive system is the

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A)  production of red blood cells.
B)  transmission of nervous impulses.
C)  destruction of toxic metabolic by-products.
D)  breakdown of food into nutrients.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following statements about enterocytes is false?

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A)  Enterocytes are located in the stomach and are necessary for intrinsic factor production.
B)  Enterocytes are absorptive cells.
C)  Enterocytes are exposed to chyme.
D)  Enterocytes line the villi.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true?

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A)  After an enzyme catalyzes a chemical reaction,it can no longer function.
B)  Most enzymes have names that end with -ase.
C)  Enzymes can function under a wide range of environmental conditions,such as pH and temperature.
D)  Enzymes can function as electrolytes. E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Chyme moves from the stomach into the

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A)  ileum.
B)  colon.
C)  duodenum.
D)  jejunum.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Which of the following organs produces and secretes enzymes that are essential for proper digestion?

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A)  Liver
B)  Pituitary
C)  Pancreas
D)  GallbladderE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following typically acts as a probiotic?

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A)  Yogurt
B)  Whole grain cereals
C)  Legumes
D)  Green leafy vegetablesE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 8

The ________ is an accessory organ of the digestive system.

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A)  colon
B)  jejunum
C)  liver
D)  epiglottisE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 9

The ________ helps form feces by absorbing excess water and some minerals from chyme.

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A)  lower stomach
B)  esophageal sphincter
C)  large intestine
D)  pyloric valveE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following is not a function of cholecystokinin?

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A)  Control the secretion of mucus by the mucus cells
B)  Stimulate the contraction of the gallbladder to release the bile
C)  Trigger the release of enzyme-rich pancreatic juice into the small intestine
D)  Control the flow of chyme from the stomach to the small intestineE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true?

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A)  The pyloric sphincter controls the rate at which chyme enters the small intestine.
B)  The esophagus is the muscular valve that connects the stomach to the small intestine.
C)  The colon is the major site of nutrient absorption in the human digestive system.
D)  Those who are lean have a greater higher risk of gallstones than those who are obese.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Dorothy is an 85-year-old woman who is having difficulty swallowing.Food seems to enter her stomach too slowly.Based on this information,Dorothy probably has a(n)

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A)  excessive amount of secretory activity within her digestive tract.
B)  overgrowth of probiotics in her stomach.
C)  blockage caused by undigested fiber deposits in her jejunum.
D)  condition characterized by loss of peristaltic functioning.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase.As a result of his condition,his body

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A)  cannot absorb alcohol.
B)  cannot begin starch digestion.
C)  absorbs too much carbohydrate.
D)  cannot swallow food correctly.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Risk factors for constipation include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  drinking too much water.
B)  anxiety or depression.
C)  low fiber intake.
D)  changes to typical daily routine.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 15

________ are small pouches that form in the inner lining of the large intestine.  In some cases,the presence of these pouches may lead to inflammation,infection,and rectal bleeding.

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A)  Diverticula
B)  Hemorrhoids
C)  Crohn's disease
D)  ColitisE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

The Heimlich maneuver is a simple and effective first aid technique to use when an adult or child is choking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following vitamins is not produced by the microflora in the large intestine?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin C
B)  Thiamin
C)  Vitamin K
D)  Vitamin B-12E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Marcus has an infection that causes a temporary loss of villi.  Based on this information,you would expect Marcus to ________ while he has this illness.

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A)  absorb vitamins more rapidly
B)  digest proteins more efficiently
C)  lose weight rapidly
D)  develop gallstonesE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Due to a respiratory bacterial infection,Amanda had to take a large spectrum antibiotic for a period of 7 days.At the end of the regimen,her respiratory problem was gone;  however,she informed her doctor that she  now has diarrhea and other digestive problems.  What do you think the doctor will recommend to Amanda to relieve her diarrhea and digestive problems?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take probiotics to restore the population of beneficial bacteria she lost due to the antibiotic she was taking
B)  Prescribe a different antibiotic for her respiratory infection
C)  Go for a walk and try to exercise
D)  Drink hot water and learn new breathing techniquesE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Rose has a disease that destroyed her salivary glands.As a result of this condition,Rose probably

Accepted Answer

A)  has difficulty eliminating feces during bowel movements.
B)  digests foods too quickly.
C)  uses a lot of spices and sauces to season her foods.
D)  must eat refined functional foods.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Exam 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Which of the following statements is true?

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The ________ is an accessory organ of the digestive system.

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Which of the following vitamins is not produced by the microflora in the large intestine?

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A primary function of the digestive system is the

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Rose has a disease that destroyed her salivary glands.As a result of this condition,Rose probably

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The Heimlich maneuver is a simple and effective first aid technique to use when an adult or child is choking.

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Which of the following statements about enterocytes is false?

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Which of the following organs produces and secretes enzymes that are essential for proper digestion?

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Chyme moves from the stomach into the

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Risk factors for constipation include all of the following EXCEPT

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Dorothy is an 85-year-old woman who is having difficulty swallowing.Food seems to enter her stomach too slowly.Based on this information,Dorothy probably has a(n)

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Which of the following is not a function of cholecystokinin?

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Which of the following statements is true?

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The ________ helps form feces by absorbing excess water and some minerals from chyme.

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Marcus has an infection that causes a temporary loss of villi. Based on this information,you would expect Marcus to ________ while he has this illness.

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________ are small pouches that form in the inner lining of the large intestine. In some cases,the presence of these pouches may lead to inflammation,infection,and rectal bleeding.

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Which of the following typically acts as a probiotic?

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Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase.As a result of his condition,his body

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Fructose is primarily absorbed from the small intestine via

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Exam 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Which of the following statements is true?

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The ________ is an accessory organ of the digestive system.

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Which of the following vitamins is not produced by the microflora in the large intestine?

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A primary function of the digestive system is the

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Rose has a disease that destroyed her salivary glands.As a result of this condition,Rose probably

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The Heimlich maneuver is a simple and effective first aid technique to use when an adult or child is choking.

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Which of the following statements about enterocytes is false?

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Which of the following organs produces and secretes enzymes that are essential for proper digestion?

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Chyme moves from the stomach into the

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Risk factors for constipation include all of the following EXCEPT

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Dorothy is an 85-year-old woman who is having difficulty swallowing.Food seems to enter her stomach too slowly.Based on this information,Dorothy probably has a(n)

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Which of the following is not a function of cholecystokinin?

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Which of the following statements is true?

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The ________ helps form feces by absorbing excess water and some minerals from chyme.

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Marcus has an infection that causes a temporary loss of villi. Based on this information,you would expect Marcus to ________ while he has this illness.

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________ are small pouches that form in the inner lining of the large intestine. In some cases,the presence of these pouches may lead to inflammation,infection,and rectal bleeding.

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Which of the following typically acts as a probiotic?

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Avi's salivary glands do not secrete amylase.As a result of his condition,his body

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Fructose is primarily absorbed from the small intestine via

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