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The suffix -ia means state or condition.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Select the suffix that means deficiency or abnormal reduction in number.
 
  A) -penia
  B) -pnea
  C) -phagia
  D) -pepsia



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Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: Look closely at the spelling of -pENIa, deficiency, and -pNEa, breath.



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