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Charlie

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A disease or illness that develops slowly and lasts a long time, perhaps for years, is called a(n) ________ illness or disease.
 
  A) traumatic
  B) acute
  C) infectious
  D) chronic

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The suffix that means muscle coordination is ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: This is as opposed to an acute illness that is of short duration, often with a sharp effect. Trauma is due to physical injury, and infection is caused by microorganisms.

Answer to Question 2

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Charlie

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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