When You First See a Table in a Journal Article

question 8

Multiple Choice

When you first see a table in a journal article or book,the first thing you should read is the:

• A)the column on the far left
• B)the top row of information
• C)title of the table
• D)the column on the far right

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Definitions:

Allergy

An immune system reaction to a foreign substance (allergen) that is not typically harmful to the body.

Surfactant

A fatty molecule on the respiratory membranes.

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

Hyaline Membrane

A thickened, protein-rich film lining the alveoli (air sacs) in the lungs, often seen in respiratory distress syndrome.