The most important function of the villi of the small intestine is to
a. increase the secretion of enzymes for digestion.
b. increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients.
c. excrete waste into the intestines.
d. secrete hormones in response to nutrients in the gut.
Answer: b. increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients.
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