The protein-digesting enzyme in the small intestine that is activated by enterokinase is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The protein-digesting enzyme in the small intestine that is activated by enterokinase is:
A. Trypsin
B. Rennin
C. Amylase
D. Pepsin
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Trypsinogen, secreted by the pancreas, is activated to trypsin by enterokinase (intestinal enzyme). Trypsin then activates other zymogens. Pepsin is active in the stomach, rennin in infants, amylase digests starch. This cascade prevents premature protein digestion in the pancreas.

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