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bobbie

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What is found in the posterior portion of the mouth and closes off the nasal passages when swallowing?
 A) hard palate
  B) soft palate
  C) uvula
  D) none of the above

Question 2

Alcoholism, also known as __________, occurs when a person has become dependent on alcohol and is unable to stop drinking.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

alcohol dependence



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