As food moves into the esophagus from the mouth:
a. peristaltic contractions move food toward the stomach
b. gravity assists peristaltic contractions to move food toward the stomach
c. smooth muscle contractions end
d. digestive enzymes are secreted by the lining of the esophagus
e. the gastroesophageal sphincter remains closed
A
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