Which of the Following Roots Refers to the First of the Three

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following roots refers to the first of the three sections of the small intestine and literally means twelve?

• A) colon/o
• B) duoden/o
• C) enter/o
• D) ile/o
• E) jejun/o

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Definitions:

Consumer Addiction

The compulsive need for and use of a product or service, which leads to detrimental personal and social effects.

Physiological Dependency

A physical condition in which the body has adapted to the presence of a substance, leading to withdrawal symptoms if use is reduced or stopped.

Psychological Dependency

A mental reliance on a substance, activity, or behavior that can lead to emotional distress or difficulty in functioning without it.

Shrinkage

the reduction in inventory due to factors such as theft, damage, or administrative errors, not sales.