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fagboi

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In which of the following is the surface of the cornea curved more steeply on one side than on the other?
 
  A) hyperopia
  B) myopia
  C) astigmatism
  D) amblyopia

Question 2

Any inflammation of the skin is known as ________.
 
  A) a lesion
  B) edema
  C) infection
  D) dermatitis


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

C
Explanation: A) This does not describe hyperopia (farsightedness).
B) This does not describe myopia (nearsightedness).
C) Correct
D) This does not describe amblyopia (lazy eye).

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) A lesion does not always involve inflammation.
B) Edema is swelling in the tissues, not inflammation.
C) Inflammation does not always include an infection.
D) Correct Dermat/o- means skin and -itis means inflammation of.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
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