The Combining Form Auscult/o- Means ________

question 13

Multiple Choice

The combining form auscult/o- means ________.

• A)"assessing"
• B)"examining"
• C)"listening"
• D)"tapping"

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the loss in value as it ages, used for accounting and tax purposes.

Cash Coverage Ratio

A financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay off its debt obligations with its operating cash flow. It is an important indicator of financial health.

Debt-Equity Ratio

A marker indicating the relative financing tactics of using debt and equity in company assets.

Return On Assets

A financial ratio indicating the profitability of a firm relative to its total assets, demonstrating how efficient a company is at using its assets to generate earnings.