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nenivikky

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The area of sharpest vision is the ________.
 
  A) lens
  B) conjunctiva
  C) retina
  D) macula

Question 2

The combining form olig/o- means ________.
 
  A) condition; state
  B) making urine
  C) old age
  D) few; scanty



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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) The lens does not provide visual acuity.
B) The conjunctiva does not provide visual acuity.
C) The retina provides visual acuity, but just one part provides the greatest visual acuity.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) Olig/o- does not mean condition; state.
B) Micturi/o- means making urine.
C) Olig/o- does not mean old age.
D) Correct



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