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The_______ has both endocrine and exocrine functions. a. hypothalamus c. pineal gland b. parathyroid gland d. pancreas

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The_______ has both endocrine and exocrine functions.
a. hypothalamus c. pineal gland
b. parathyroid gland d. pancreas

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