A Congenital Hypothyroid Condition That Causes Mental and Growth Retardation

question 36

Multiple Choice

A congenital hypothyroid condition that causes mental and growth retardation in the infant or young child is called

• A) cretinism.
• B) gigantism.
• C) acromegaly.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Open-Market Purchase

The buying of securities and other financial assets by a central bank from the market to increase the money supply and lower interest rates.

Money Supply

The entirety of monetary resources available in an economy at a specific time, including cash, coins, and balances in checking and savings accounts.

Government Bonds

Long-term debt securities issued by the government to finance its expenditures, offering periodic interest payments to investors.

Reserve Requirement

The minimum amount of reserves a bank must hold against deposits, as mandated by the central bank.