Which of the following statements about the duodenum is False?
A) It receives chyme from the stomach.
B) It is the site of action of liver and pancreas secretions.
C) It is shorter than either the ileum or jejunum.
D) It is more movable than the ileum or jejunum, which are retroperitoneal.

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The duodenum is the shortest segment of the small intestine, but it is not more movable than the ileum or jejunum. In fact, the ileum and jejunum are covered by a double layer of peritoneum and are therefore intraperitoneal, while the duodenum is retroperitoneal, meaning it is located behind the peritoneum and is less movable.

Which of the Following Statements About the Duodenum Is False