Author Question: Select the prefix that means before. A) pre- B) para- C) post- D) ... (Read 37 times)

futuristic · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Select the prefix that means before.

A) pre-
B) para-
C) post-
D) pseudo-

Question 2

A hormone made by the thyroid gland:

A) influences adrenocortical function.
B) controls body pigmentation.
C) stimulates release of milk.
D) influences bone and calcium metabolism.

Chou · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: The antonym is post-, meaning to follow after. Para- means alongside or abnormal, and pseudo- means false.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation:
A) The pituitary secretes a hormone that influences adrenocortical function.
B) Melanocyte-stimulating hormone controls body pigmentation.
C) Prolactin stimulates the release of milk.
D) Correct.