Which statement describes the jejunum? 

A. It is directly attached to the large intestine.
B. It forms the majority of the small intestine.
C. It is the beginning of the small intestine.
D. It is C-shaped and short.
E. It passes food on to the duodenum.


B. It forms the majority of the small intestine.
The jejunum is coiled and forms the majority of the small intestine.

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