The pancreas is __________ to the stomach.

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Posterior is the correct answer as the pancreas is located behind the stomach.
Superior would indicate that the pancreas is above the stomach. Anterior would indicate that the pancreas is in front of the stomach.  Inferior would indicate that the pancreas is below the stomach.
Below are the important terms of direction as well as a diagram to use as a visual reference:
Superior (above)
Inferior (below)
Anterior (toward the front; in front of)
Posterior (toward the back; behind)
Medial (toward the midline)
Lateral (away from the midline or toward the sides)
Proximal (closer to the point of attachment - usually in reference to limbs)
Distal (farther away from the point of attachment - usually in reference to limbs)
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The Pancreas Is __________ to the Stomach