Hundreds of Years Ago, Explorers Often Died of Scurvy

question 125

Multiple Choice

Hundreds of years ago, explorers often died of scurvy. How can this bone-related disease be prevented?

• A) Supplement the diet with more calcium from meat.
• B) Increase levels of testosterone to stimulate bone repair.
• C) Supplement the diet with fresh fruit rich in vitamin C.
• D) Drink more water to promote bone remodeling and repair.
• E) Amputate fractured limbs to prevent the spread of scurvy.

Identify factors influencing the distribution of goods and the concept of distributive justice.

Understand the relationship between cognitive development and language mastery, including complex structures and figurative language.

Explain how educational methods influence the acquisition of skills such as reading and math proficiency.

Understand the complexity and variability of vocabulary usage across contexts in middle childhood.

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Exacerbation

A worsening of a disease or its symptoms, often leading to an increase in severity or frequency of symptoms.

Loss of Benefits

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Social Security Disability Insurance

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

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