Which Statement Best Describes Periodontitis

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes periodontitis?

• A) an inflammatory disease of tooth-supporting structures
• B) it is caused by plaque buildup on the teeth
• C) it is caused by poor oral hygiene
• D) all are correct

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Definitions:

One-Tailed

A hypothesis test where the area of interest is only on one side of the distribution, testing for a direction-specific outcome.

Adrenal Glands

Small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of both kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol involved in stress and metabolic responses.

Endocrine

Relating to glands that secrete hormones directly into the blood rather than through a duct.

Exocrine

Pertains to glands that secrete their products through ducts directly into the external environment or onto body surfaces.