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    Secondary Peristalsis
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Secondary Peristalsis

Question 16

Question 16

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Secondary peristalsis


A) Cannot occur after vagotomy (cutting of the vagus nerve)
B) Is a local reflex
C) Requires stretch of the upper esophageal sphincter
D) Requires contraction of the upper esophageal sphincter
E) Occurs only with liquids

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