The presence of food in the duodenum will cause secretion of what hormone to increase, thereby decreasing the sensation of hunger?
A) secretin
B) insulin
C) glucagon
D) cholecystokinin
E) gastrin

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Cholecystokinin (CCK) is released in response to food in the duodenum, especially fats and proteins. It helps digest fats and proteins, slows gastric emptying, and importantly, decreases the sensation of hunger.

The Presence of Food in the Duodenum Will Cause Secretion