Research by Cannon and Washburn, in which Washburn swallowed a balloon, investigated the role of
A) stomach contractions as cues for hunger.
B) blood glucose levels in satiety.
C) insulin levels in satiety.
D) glucagon levels as cues for hunger.

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Cannon and Washburn's research investigated the role of stomach contractions as cues for hunger. By measuring the movements of the balloon in Washburn's stomach, they were able to show that stomach contractions were correlated with feelings of hunger.

Research by Cannon and Washburn, in Which Washburn Swallowed a Balloon