Which of the following would occur in a malnourished child?
a. The absorptive surface of the small intestine would increase in size.
b. The absorptive surface of the small intestine would become more efficient at its job.
c. The absorptive surface of the small intestine would shrink.
d. a and b
e. b and c
Answer: c. The absorptive surface of the small intestine would shrink.
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A. quadruple B. triple C. double
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a. whole grains or legumes. b. eggs, liver, or kidney. c. salmon, tuna, or sardines. d. shrimp, lobster, or calamari.
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