The most important functions of the liver are:

A. detoxification and secretion of bile
B. releasing hydrochloric acid
C. producing red blood cells
D. producing thymosin


a
Rationale: Detoxification (removing toxins from the blood) and secretion of bile are the most important functions of the liv-er.

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