Ursodiol is a naturally occurring bile acid that is made by the liver and secreted in bile. Which of the following is the mechanism of action of ursodiol?
A) It increases the production of bile in the small intestine.
B) It increases the movement of the bowels.
C) It blocks the liver enzyme that produces cholesterol.
D) It blocks the pancreatic enzyme that produces bile.
C
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