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AEWBW

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on: Jun 27, 2018
In the term alcoholism, what does the suffix -ism mean?
 
  A) condition
  B) drinking
  C) falling
  D) formation

Question 2

The term polydipsia is spelled correctly.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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AngeliqueG

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

A
Explanation: Several suffixes mean condition of, including -ia, -osis, and -ism.

Answer to Question 2

True


AEWBW

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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