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mckennatimberlake

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In the term quadriplegia, the suffix -plegia means amputated.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding insulin and glucagon is NOT true?
 
  a. Insulin reduces blood sugar levels.
  b. Insulin allows the cells of the body to take in glucose from the bloodstream.
  c. Glucagon stimulates the liver to increase storage of glucose.
  d. Glucagon raises blood sugar levels.


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cascooper22

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

FALSE
Explanation: The suffix -plegia means paralysis.

Answer to Question 2

c
Explanation:
a. Insulin reduces blood sugar levels: a true statement
b. Insulin allows the cells of the body to take in glucose from the bloodstream: a true statement
c. Glucagon stimulates the liver to increase storage of glucose: correct
d. Glucagon raises blood sugar levels: a true statement


mckennatimberlake

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

carlsona147

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Wow, this really help

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