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brutforce

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The combining form erect/o- means ________.
 
  A) erect
  B) inflammation of
  C) to enlarge
  D) stand up

Question 2

An endemic goiter is related to a deficiency of ________.
 
  A) calcium
  B) sodium chloride
  C) potassium
  D) iodine



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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) There are no combining forms that mean erect.
B) The suffix -itis means inflammation of; infection of.
C) There are no combining forms that mean to enlarge.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) A deficiency of calcium does not cause a goiter in the thyroid gland.
B) A deficiency of sodium chloride does not cause a goiter in the thyroid gland.
C) A deficiency of potassium does not cause a goiter in the thyroid gland.
D) Correct An endemic goiter is caused by a deficiency of iodine in the soil.



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