When the stomach's contents back up into the esophagus it is known as:

A) GERD.
B) duodenal reflux.
C) esophagitis.
D) all of the above


A
Explanation:
A) Correct.
B) Duodenal reflux does not back up into the esophagus.
C) Esophagitis can have several causes.
D) Only A is correct.

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