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nelaaney

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The medical term that describes a person who has a round physical body form is:
 
  A) endomorph.
  B) ectomorph.
  C) mesomorph.
  D) somamorph.

Question 2

The term used to describe being away from the point of attachment is:
 
  A) dorsal.
  B) proximal.
  C) distal.
  D) caudal.



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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) An ectomorph is a slender body shape.
C) A mesomorph is a well-proportioned body.
D) Somamorph is a false term.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) Dorsal refers to the back.
B) Proximal refers to the point closest to the attachment.
C) Correct.
D) Caudal means pertaining to the tail.





 

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