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genevieve1028

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What does the suffix -rrhea mean?
 
  A) flow, discharge
  B) rupture
  C) stopping
  D) bursting forth

Question 2

If the root ot/o means ear, what is otodynia?
 
  A) a small ear
  B) an ear infection
  C) swelling of the ear
  D) an earache



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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) The suffix -rrhexis means rupture.
C) The suffix -stasis means stop.
D) The suffix -rrhage means bursting forth.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: D) The suffix -dynia is one of several that means pain.



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