Fats present in the GI tract ____

a. slow down the process of digestion and absorption
b. cause difficulty in digestion
c. stimulate and hasten digestion and absorption
d. are carriers of thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin
e. stimulate the absorption of minerals


a

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