Which of the following apply to the small intestine?
A) Secretions from the liver and pancreas enter this organ.
B) Segmentation contractions occur in this organ.
C) Both digestion and absorption occur in this organ.
D) Mixing and propulsion of chyme.
E) All of the choices are correct.

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All of the statements accurately describe functions or characteristics of the small intestine. The liver and pancreas secrete substances into the small intestine to aid in digestion. Segmentation contractions help mix and propel chyme, and both digestion and absorption of nutrients occur within the small intestine.

Which of the Following Apply to the Small Intestine