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A 55-year-old man has been diagnosed with a gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), in which the function of his lower esophageal sphincter is compromised. Which of the following consequences of this condition is most likely to occur?
 
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  Decreased absorption of ingested foods and fluids
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  Impaired control of the gastric emptying rate
  C)
  Protrusion of the stomach or regurgitation of stomach contents into the esophagus
  D)
  Inappropriate release of gastric enzymes
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