Stress may cause the following physiological effect that increases the risks in gastrointestinal ulcers:
a. retarded peristalsis.
b. decreased cortisol levels.
c. impaired secretion of pepsin.
d. increased acid in the duodenum when the stomach empties too rapidly.
d
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