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Zoey63294

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which is a congenital deformity in which the foot is pulled downward and toward the midline?
 
  A) hallux valgus
  B) genu varum
  C) scoliosis
  D) talipes equinovarus

Question 2

The combining form pareun/o- means ________.
 
  A) reproductive
  B) ovum; seed; spermatozoon
  C) sexual intercourse
  D) join


dajones82

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

D
Explanation: A) Hallux valgus is not a congenital deformity.
B) Genu varum does not involve the feet.
C) Scoliosis does not involve the feet.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) There are no medical word parts that mean reproductive.
B) Gon/o- means ovum; seed; spermatozoon.
C) Correct
D) There are no medical word parts that mean join.


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