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misspop

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The suffix -er means both relating to and:
 
  A) action.
  B) pertaining to.
  C) nature.
  D) one who.

Question 2

Which of the following terms means pertaining to a state of alertness?
 
  A) comatose
  B) arousal
  C) grandiose
  D) exogenous



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jonathanballen97

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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) As in the terms piano player or radiographer, the suffix -er means one who.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) Comatose means wakened state of deep sleep.
B) Correct. The root arous means alertness, to rise.
C) Grandiose means an exaggerated feeling of greatness.
D) Exogenous means pertaining to origination outside of the body or organ.





 

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