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What does an increase in the secretion of insulin produce?

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A decrease in glucose metabolism
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A decrease in glucose permeability of cells
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An increase in blood sugar level
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An increase in glucose permeability of cells
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Solution

The correct option is D A decrease in glucose metabolism
Insulin is an anti-glycemic hormone i.e. it decreases the level of glucose in the blood. Insulin acts on cells throughout the body to stimulate permeability or uptake, utilization, and storage of glucose.

So, the correct option is 'A decrease in glucose metabolism'.

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