Multiple Choice
Which statement accurately describes the pancreas?
A) The major hormone controlling the release of pancreatic enzymes is insulin.
B) Quick dietary changes improve digestion because of pancreas inefficiency.
C) The pancreas can increase the activity of fat-degrading enzymes in response to more fat in the diet.
D) In general, the amounts of digestive enzymes secreted by the pancreas remain constant over a wide range of nutrient intakes.
E) Pancreatic enzymes can digest protein and fat but not carbohydrate.
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