What is the cause of faulty digestion of fats in those diagnosed with cystic fibrosis?
A) Bile ducts obstructed with mucus, prohibiting the release of bile
B) Failure to metabolize fat-soluble vitamins
C) Deficiency of pancreatic enzymes
D) Fat malabsorption that now occurs in the jejunum

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Severe problems with maldigestion of proteins,carbohydrates,and fats occur because of the insufficient secretion of pancreatic enzymes.This selection is the only option that accurately describes why fatty stools are observed in individuals diagnosed with cystic fibrosis.

What Is the Cause of Faulty Digestion of Fats in Those