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BrownTown3

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Which of the following conditions is characterized by being abnormally short in height?
 
  A) dwarfism
  B) congenital hypothyroidism
  C) acromegaly
  D) gigantism

Question 2

The most common form of arteriosclerosis is:
 
  A) polyarteritis
  B) pericarditis
  C) atherosclerosis
  D) atheroma
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: Dwarfism is characterized by being abnormally short in height. Congenital hypothyroidism is a lack of thyroid hormones that may result in arrested physical and mental development. Acromegaly is an enlargement of the bones of the head and extremities. Gigantism is being abnormally tall.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: The most common form of arteriosclerosis is atherosclerosis. Polyarteritis is an inflammation of multiple arteries. Pericarditis is inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart. Atheroma is a fatty substance growth.


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