Which of the Following is Not True of the Pancreas

Question

Which of the following is not true of the pancreas?
A) It is an endocrine gland.
B) It is an exocrine gland.
C) It secretes enzymes that help digest the three major kinds of food.
D) All of the above are true of the pancreas.

Accepted Answer

All of the statements are true of the pancreas. It is both an endocrine gland (producing hormones such as insulin that regulate blood sugar levels) and an exocrine gland (producing digestive enzymes that are released into the small intestine to help break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats). It secretes enzymes that help digest all three major types of food.