The _________ phase is the preparatory phase; it often begins with the sight, smell, or even just the thought of food.

(a) absorptive
(b) cephalic
(c) expulsion
(d) fasting


(b) cephalic

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Which of the following is not a function of the placenta?

a. exchanges blood between mother and fetus b. secretes hormones to maintain pregnancy c. provides oxygen for the fetus d. eliminates wastes from the fetus e. provides nutrients for the fetus

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What will be an ideal response?

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