The main functions of the small bowel are _____ of food.
1)digestion
2)absorption
3)storage
A) 1 and 2
B) 1 and 3
C) 2 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 3

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The small bowel is responsible for both digestion and absorption of food. It does not have a significant role in storage. Therefore, options 1 (digestion) and 2 (absorption) are the correct choices. Option 3 (storage) is not a function of the small bowel.

The Main Functions of the Small Bowel Are _____ of Food