MDCAT Biology MCQ #2962

A patient has a condition where the pyloric sphincter is always relaxed. What is the most likely effect on gastric emptying?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2962

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient has a condition where the pyloric sphincter is always relaxed. What is the most likely effect on gastric emptying?

    • A) Gastric emptying is accelerated
    • B) Gastric emptying is delayed
    • C) Gastric emptying is unaffected
    • D) Gastric emptying becomes irregular

    Answer: Gastric emptying is accelerated

    Explanation: Pyloric sphincter controls gastric emptying; relaxation accelerates it. Contraction slows or stops emptying.