Rings of smooth muscle help to produce a wave of synchronized contractions called:

a. Mastication.
b. Digestion.
c. Secretion.
d. Peristalsis.


d.Peristalsis.

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a. It is a volume measurement. b. The recorded FEV1 must come from the same forced vital capacity (FVC) effort. c. It is often compared to the size of the FVC. d. It is a popular test.

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If 1 foot has 12 inches, how many inches are in 7 feet?

What will be an ideal response?

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In general, what percentage of an elderly person's calories should come from fats? 

A. 5% B. 10% C. 20% D. 25% E. 30%

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The name for catalysts that are found in the body is:

A. carbohydrates. B. enzymes. C. lipids. D. amino acids.

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