Jason Is a Single Father Who Lives with His Two

question 100

Multiple Choice

Jason is a single father who lives with his two children. This family would be considered a(n) ____________ family.

• A) nuclear
• B) extended
• C) polygynous
• D) multi-parent

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Cardiac Muscle Fiber

Specialized muscle fibers found in the heart, characterized by their striations, intercalated discs, and ability to contract rhythmically.

Chloride Ions

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Osmosis

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Metaphase

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