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mrsjacobs44

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Which compound that was formerly used in building materials such as insulation has been found to be the cause of certain cancers and lung diseases?
 
  A) radon
  B) asbestos
  C) lead
  D) PCBs

Question 2

The average number of births a female in a given population has during her reproductive years is the
 
  A) conception rate.
  B) birth rate.
  C) fertility rate.
  D) reproductive rate.


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juwms

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


mrsjacobs44

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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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