The pancreas secretes a large amount of digestive enzymes after a meal. Which statement about this process is correct?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Rationale for Correct Answer C: Enteropeptidase converts trypsinogen to trypsin by cleaving a peptide sequence that blocks the active site of trypsin. This is crucial for the activation of trypsin, a key enzyme in protein digestion. Trypsin then activates other pancreatic enzymes. This process ensures efficient breakdown of proteins in the small intestine. Summary of Incorrect Choices: A: Pepsinogen is not secreted by the pancreas and does not require removal of a peptide sequence from the active site for activation. B: Pancreatic α-amylase is responsible for breaking down starch into maltose and not glucose. D: Pancreatic secretion of hydrochloric acid is not directly related to the activation of pancreatic enzymes; it is the role of stomach acid to provide an acidic environment for pepsin activation.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rationale: A is false because exercise has been shown to be as effective as, or even more effective than, metformin in slowing the progression of type 2 diabetes. Exercise helps improve insulin sensitivity and manage blood glucose levels, which are crucial for diabetes management. Choices B and C are true statements supported by scientific evidence. Choice D is incorrect as A is false, making the statement "none of the above are false" inaccurate.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.