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Date May 2019 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 19M.1.SL.TZ1.24
Level SL Paper 1 Time zone TZ1
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19M.1.SL.TZ1.24

Where in the human body is lipase produced?

A. Stomach

B. Pancreas

C. Gall bladder

D. Liver

[1]

Markscheme

B

Examiners report

This is one of the few questions in the exam that test a single piece of factual knowledge. Guidance in the programme indicates that candidates are expected to know that lipase is produced in the pancreas. This was answer B. It was correctly pointed out by one teacher on a feedback form that cells in the stomach wall also secrete a lipase, so answer B should not have been included as a distractor. The aim of this exam is to test knowledge and understanding of biology, not memorised statements from the programme.

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