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xroflmao

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In the term pericardial, the prefix peri- means:
 
  A) below.
  B) around.
  C) within.
  D) above.

Question 2

Parasternal means pertaining to ________ the sternum.
 
  A) beside
  B) within
  C) above
  D) through



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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) The prefix for below is hypo- or sub-.
B) Correct.
C) The prefix for within is end-, endo-, or intra-.
D) The prefix for above is ep-, epi-, hyper-, super-, or supra-.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) The prefix for within is intra-.
C) The prefix for above is ep-, epi-, hyper-, super-, or supra-.
D) The prefix for through is dia-.



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