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Which part of the brain is composed of gray matter?
 
  a. Brainstem
  b. Inner tissue
  c. Outer cerebral cortex
  d. Circle of Willis

Question 2

Arthritis is a main cause of joint pain and usually results in the patient receiving a total joint replacement.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The outer cerebral cortex is gray matter, whereas the inner tissue is white matter.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Total joint replacements are usually performed to improve mobility and relieve the pain of severe arthritic joints. They are also done to correct a congenital defect, traumatic injury, or degenerative disease.



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