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cdr_15

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This type of arthritis is caused by the wear and tear that occurs with age.
 
  A) rheumatoid arthritis
  B) osteomyelitis
  C) epicondylitis
  D) osteoarthritis

Question 2

What is the meaning of the prefix anti-?
 
  A) under
  B) away from
  C) excess
  D) against


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

D
Explanation: With osteoarthritis the joint structures become worn over time. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which joint structures erode.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: Don't confuse anti-, against with ab-, which means away from.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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