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on: Jun 27, 2018
The suffix that means weakness is:
 
  A) -dynia.
  B) -itis.
  C) -asthenia.
  D) -lepsy.

Question 2

Which of the following suffixes means paralysis?
 
  A) -rrhea
  B) -lysis
  C) -penia
  D) -plegia


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Jevvish

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

C
Explanation: A) The suffix -dynia means pain or ache.
B) The suffix -itis means inflammation.
C) Correct.
D) The suffix -lepsy means seizure.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The suffix -rrhea means flow or discharge.
B) The suffix -lysis means destruction or separation.
C) The suffix -penia means a lack of or deficient number.
D) Correct.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

bassamabas

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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