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cherise1989

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Which of the following terms refers to the number of deaths in a particular population?
 
  A) mortality
  B) morbidity
  C) metastasis
  D) mutation

Question 2

Which medication is used to treat obesity?
 
  A) antiemetic
  B) antacid
  C) laxative
  D) anorexiant


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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: Mortality refers to the number of deaths in a particular population. Morbidity is the number of persons sick in a particular population. Metastasis is the spread of cancer to another part of the body. Mutation is a change from the original.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: An anorexiant suppresses the appetite. An antiemetic treats nausea and vomiting. An antacid treats heartburn. A laxative treats constipation.



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