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rosent76

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The use of a word or phrase that is less expressive or direct but considered less distasteful or less offensive than another word or phrase is called a(n)
 
  a. euphemism.
  b. etiology.
  c. cryonic.
  d. cultigen.
  e. apnea.

Question 2

Though most elderly prefer to die in their homes, the majority die in institutional settings.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

True


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