Which two factors play an important part in the movement of chyme from the stomach to the small intestine?

a. stomach distension and gastrin release
b. release of HCl and gastric juice
c. sympathetic and parasympathetic stimulation
d. CNS and ANS regulation


Answer: a. stomach distension and gastrin release

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