The Abbreviation "P

question 41

Multiple Choice

The abbreviation "P.A." in the name "Conrad & Drake, Accountants, P.A." means that this organization is

• A) ​a private association.
• B) ​a professional association.
• C) ​a public association.
• D) ​a publicly administered corporation.

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Definitions:

Peritoneum

A serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs, providing support and reducing friction.

Pericardium

The double-layered sac containing the heart and the roots of the great vessels, providing protection and support to the heart.

Thyroid Cartilage

A large cartilage that forms the anterior wall of the larynx and provides support and protection; commonly known as the Adam's apple.

Cricoid Cartilage

The ring-shaped cartilage of the larynx, located below the thyroid cartilage, serving as a point of attachment for muscles, ligaments, and membranes involved in opening and closing the airway and in speech production.