Surgical removal of 90 per cent of the small intestine may cause a decrease in

A. False Fat absorption is incomplete and this causes steatorrhoea.

B. True There is poor absorption of fat-soluble vitamin D.

C. False Adequate salt and water absorption still occur.

D. True Vitamin B12 and iron absorption are impaired and this may cause anaemia.

E. True Due to the malabsorption of food.