Moving from the lumen outward, which of the following describes the correct order of the layers comprising the intestinal wall?

A) Mucosa, submucosa, circular smooth muscle, longitudinal smooth muscle
B) Circular smooth muscle, longitudinal smooth muscle, mucosa, submucosa
C) Circular smooth muscle, mucosa, submucosa, longitudinal smooth muscle
D) Submucosa, mucosa, circular smooth muscle, longitudinal smooth muscle


Answer: A

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