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In the term phosphorus, the root phos means:
 
  A) foot.
  B) finger and toe bones.
  C) carrying.
  D) light.

Question 2

In the term rheumatoid, the root rheumat means:
 
  A) to lead.
  B) stiffening.
  C) discharge.
  D) joint.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) The root ped means foot.
B) The combining form phalang/e means finger and toe bones.
C) The root phor means carrying.
D) Correct.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) The root duct means to lead.
B) The root ankyl means stiffening.
C) Correct. The root rheumat means discharge.
D) The root arthr means joint.


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