If the vagus nerve signaling to the stomach is chronically reduced, which consequence follows regarding gastric emptying and nutrient absorption?

💡 Explanation

Reduced vagal stimulation impairs gastric motility because the enteric nervous system relies on vagal input to coordinate peristalsis and contractions for gastric emptying. Therefore, the gastric emptying rate decreases markedly, rather than an increased rate or altered pH and pepsinogen secretion.

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