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What is the most common cause of an endocrine disease?
 
  A) Multiple imbalances of hormones in the body
  B) Obesity
  C) Heredity
  D) Overproduction or underproduction of hormones

Question 2

Which gland is referred to as the master gland because it releases hormones that affect the workings of other glands?
 
  A) Pituitary
  B) Adrenal
  C) Thymus
  D) Pineal



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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