The presence of food in the intestine stimulates intestinal activity but inhibits gastric activity through the:
A) defecation reflex.
B) enterogastric reflex.
C) vomiting reflex.
D) autodigestive reflex.

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The enterogastric reflex is a physiological response where the presence of food in the intestine inhibits gastric activity to slow down the emptying of the stomach and allow for proper digestion and absorption in the intestines.

The Presence of Food in the Intestine Stimulates Intestinal Activity