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storky111

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If the combining form gynec/o means female, what does the term gynecology mean?
 
  A) the study of the female
  B) a physician who specializes in female conditions
  C) the diseases affecting females
  D) a normal change in the female body

Question 2

Which of the following terms does NOT contain a suffix that means pertaining to?
 
  A) decubitus
  B) alopecia
  C) anterior
  D) edematous


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carlsona147

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: A) The suffix -logy means study of, so gynecology is the study of the female.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) The suffix -us means pertaining to.
B) Correct.
C) The suffix -ior means pertaining to.
D) The suffix -ous means pertaining to.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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