Which statement about non-digestible carbohydrates is FALSE?
a. Dietary fiber lingers in the small intestine.
b. They attract water, which softens stool for passage without straining.
c. Their small fat molecules contribute some energy.
d. They are fermented by bacteria in the GI tract.
e. Bacteria adds water, gas, and short-chain fatty acids.
Answer: A
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