Which of the following statements regarding lipid digestion and absorption is TRUE?

A. The presence of fatty acids in the stomach stimulates the secretion of secretin, which inhibits motility of the large intestine.
B. The presence of fatty acids in the duodenum stimulates the secretion of CCK, which in turn stimulates secretion of pancreatic enzymes.
C. The presence of fatty acids in the duodenum stimulates the secretion of secretin, which in turn stimulates contraction of the gallbladder.
D. The presence of fatty acids in the duodenum stimulates the secretion of gastrin, which in turn stimulates bile synthesis in the gallbladder.
E. The presence of fatty acids in the duodenum stimulates emptying of the stomach.


Answer: B

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