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karen

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The suffix -genesis means thirst.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

When disease-causing organisms multiply within the body, it is called:
 
  A) infection
  B) anemia
  C) immunosuppression
  D) blood transfusion



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Answer to Question 1

False

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: Immunosuppression is eliminated, as suppression would indicate decreased number not multiplication. Anemia is eliminated through similar rationale, as an- means without. Blood transfusion does not relate to causing disease.



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