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jwb375

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on: Jun 27, 2018
What suffix means softening?
 
  A) -mnesia
  B) -malacia
  C) -plasia
  D) -rrhexis

Question 2

What is the suffix in the term obstetrician?
 
  A) -an
  B) -ian
  C) -cian
  D) -ician


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mfedorka

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

B
Explanation: A) The suffix -mnesia means memory.
B) Correct.
C) The suffix -plasia means formation.
D) The suffix -rrhexis means rupture.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: D) The suffix -ician is a noun suffix that refers to a type of specialist.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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