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The duodenum of a person was surgically removed. Which of the following substances ...

The duodenum of a person was surgically removed. Which of the following substances would have their digestion affected?
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  • A Starch and protein only
  • B Starch and lipids
  • C Starch, peptones and maltose
  • D Starch, protein and lipids
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
These three (starch, protein and lipids) have a process to undergo in the duodenum (the beginning of the small intestine), therefore, the surgery will affect them.

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