James has been having trouble digesting lean steaks and other protein-rich foods, and these foods seem to stay in his stomach longer than usual. James is likely lacking the enzyme ________.

A. glucagon
B. pepsin
C. amylase
D. bile
E. lipase


Answer: B

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