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This quiz covers medical prefixes and suffixes from P to Z, testing knowledge on terms like 'pachy' for thick, 'para' for near or abnormal, and more.

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  • 2. 

    Phobia

    • Falling

    • In front of, on behalf of

    • Near, not normal

    • Fear of

    Correct Answer
    A. Fear of
    Explanation
    The term "phobia" refers to an extreme or irrational fear of something. In this case, the word "falling" is mentioned, indicating that the phobia being referred to is a fear of falling. The other options, such as "in front of, on behalf of" or "near, not normal," do not accurately describe the concept of a phobia. Therefore, the correct answer is "fear of."

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  • 3. 

    Re

    • Back, again

    • Half

    • Fear of

    • Many

    Correct Answer
    A. Back, again
    Explanation
    The word "re" is a prefix that means "back" or "again". It is commonly used to indicate repetition or a return to a previous state or action. In this context, "re" suggests that something is happening again or being done once more.

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  • 4. 

    Tri

    • Two

    • Three

    • Half

    • Around

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
  • 5. 

    Scopy

    • Thick

    • Half

    • Exam

    • Pulse

    Correct Answer
    A. Exam
  • 6. 

    Super, supra

    • Above

    • Below

    • Underneath

    • Sideways

    Correct Answer
    A. Above
    Explanation
    The words "super" and "supra" both mean "above."

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  • 7. 

    Toxo

    • Different

    • Together

    • Safe, usable

    • Toxic poison

    Correct Answer
    A. Toxic poison
    Explanation
    The word "toxic" means something that is harmful or poisonous. "Poison" refers to a substance that can cause illness or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed. Therefore, the correct answer "toxic poison" implies that the substance mentioned, "toxo," is a dangerous and harmful substance that can cause harm or even death if exposed to it.

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  • 8. 

    Plasty

    • Plastic surgical correction

    • Transmission

    • In front of, on behalf of

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. Plastic surgical correction
    Explanation
    The word "plasty" is derived from the Greek word "plastikos" which means "to mold or shape." In medical terminology, "plasty" is commonly used to refer to plastic surgical procedures that involve the reshaping or reconstruction of body parts. Therefore, the correct answer "plastic surgical correction" accurately describes the meaning of "plasty" in the context provided.

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  • 9. 

    Post

    • After

    • Before

    • During

    • Over

    Correct Answer
    A. After
    Explanation
    The word "after" indicates a sequence or order of events, suggesting that something will occur following the mentioned time or event. In this context, "after" implies that the action of "post" will happen subsequent to the mentioned time or event.

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  • 10. 

    Sub

    • Below

    • On top

    • Together

    • Against

    Correct Answer
    A. Below
    Explanation
    The word "below" refers to something that is situated at a lower position or level. In this context, it suggests that the subject or object being referred to is positioned beneath or under something else.

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  • 11. 

    Path

    • False

    • Fear of

    • Disease

    • Deficiency

    Correct Answer
    A. Disease
    Explanation
    The given answer "disease" is the most logical choice based on the given context. The words "path" and "fear of" suggest that the question is asking for a word that is related to a negative or harmful condition. Additionally, the word "deficiency" further supports the idea that the answer should be something related to a health issue or illness. Therefore, "disease" is the most appropriate answer in this case.

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  • 12. 

    Poly

    • Before

    • Many

    • Few

    • After

    Correct Answer
    A. Many
    Explanation
    The word "poly" is a prefix that means "many" or "much". It is commonly used in words like "polygamy" (having multiple spouses) or "polytechnic" (relating to many technical subjects). In the given list of words, "poly" is placed before "many", indicating that it is a prefix that means "many".

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  • 13. 

    Peri

    • Around

    • Against

    • About

    • Above

    Correct Answer
    A. Around
    Explanation
    The word "peri" is a prefix that means "around" or "surrounding." Therefore, the correct answer is "around."

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  • 14. 

    Retro

    • Up and down

    • Sideways

    • Frontwards

    • Backward

    Correct Answer
    A. Backward
    Explanation
    The word "retro" typically refers to something that is old-fashioned or imitative of styles from the past. In this context, "backward" would be the most appropriate answer as it aligns with the concept of moving or looking back in time. The other options - up and down, sideways, frontwards - do not convey the same sense of moving in the opposite direction.

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  • 15. 

    Pro

    • In front of, on behalf of

    • Against

    • Transmission

    • Fixation

    Correct Answer
    A. In front of, on behalf of
    Explanation
    The word "pro" can be used to mean "in front of" or "on behalf of" in certain contexts. For example, if someone is speaking "pro" a particular cause or issue, it means they are speaking in favor of it or on behalf of it. The word can also be used to mean "against" in some cases, but this is less common. Another unrelated definition of "pro" is "transmission," but this does not apply to the given answer. Similarly, "fixation" is not related to the meaning of "pro" in this context.

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  • 16. 

    Tachy

    • Distance

    • Fast, swift

    • Dry

    • Thick

    Correct Answer
    A. Fast, swift
    Explanation
    The word "tachy" is a prefix that means fast or swift. Therefore, the correct answer is "fast, swift."

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  • 17. 

    Pseudo

    • True

    • Against

    • False

    • Right

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Based on the given information, the answer "false" can be inferred. The word "pseudo" means false or fake, and the word "against" suggests opposition or contradiction. Therefore, the correct answer is false, indicating that the statement is not true or correct.

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  • 18. 

    Semi

    • More

    • Less

    • Half

    • Thick

    Correct Answer
    A. Half
    Explanation
    The word "half" is the correct answer because it is the only option that is directly related to the given words "semi", "more", "less", and "thick". "Half" means to divide something into two equal parts, which aligns with the concept of being halfway between two extremes, such as more and less or thick and thin.

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  • 19. 

    Trans

    • Foreign

    • X-ray

    • Fat

    • Across

    Correct Answer
    A. Across
    Explanation
    The word "across" is the only one that is a preposition, indicating movement or position from one side to the other. The other words do not have the same grammatical function and do not convey the same meaning.

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  • 20. 

    Penia

    • Disease

    • Suture

    • Rupture

    • Deficiency

    Correct Answer
    A. Deficiency
    Explanation
    The word "penia" is not a commonly used term in English. However, it is a suffix that is used in medical terminology to indicate a deficiency or lack of something. In this case, the correct answer is "deficiency" because "penia" suggests a condition or state of being deficient in something.

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  • 21. 

    Sym, syn

    • Against

    • Above

    • One

    • Together

    Correct Answer
    A. Together
    Explanation
    The root words "sym" and "syn" both have the meaning of "together". Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "together".

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  • 22. 

    Plegia

    • After

    • Fixation, suspension

    • Paralysis, stroke

    • Falling

    Correct Answer
    A. Paralysis, stroke
    Explanation
    The word "plegia" is a medical term that refers to paralysis or loss of muscle function. It is often associated with conditions such as stroke, where there is a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, leading to paralysis. Therefore, the correct answer "paralysis, stroke" aligns with the definition and usage of the word "plegia" in the medical context.

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  • 23. 

    Ultra

    • Above

    • Below

    • Beside

    • Across

    Correct Answer
    A. Above
    Explanation
    The word "above" means at a higher position or level than something else. It suggests that one thing is physically or metaphorically higher than another. In the given options, "above" is the only word that conveys this meaning. "Below" means at a lower position or level, "beside" means next to or alongside, and "across" means from one side to the other. Therefore, "above" is the correct answer.

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  • 24. 

    Uni

    • Below

    • Against

    • Together

    • One

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    The word "one" is the correct answer because it is the only option that makes sense in the given context. The other words, "uni," "below," "against," and "together," do not fit with the question or provide any logical explanation. Therefore, "one" is the most appropriate choice.

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  • 25. 

    Tele

    • Fast

    • Close up

    • Distance

    • Foreign

    Correct Answer
    A. Distance
    Explanation
    The word "distance" is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given list that is related to the concept of measurement between two points. The other words do not have a direct connection to measuring or quantifying the space between objects or locations.

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  • 26. 

    Rhexis

    • Pulse

    • False

    • Exam

    • Rupture

    Correct Answer
    A. Rupture
    Explanation
    The word "rhexis" means a rupture or a tear. It is often used in medical terms to describe a rupture or tearing of a body part or organ. In this context, "rupture" is the correct answer as it is the only word that directly relates to the meaning of "rhexis". The other options, such as "pulse" and "exam", do not have any direct connection to the concept of rupture.

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  • 27. 

    Para

    • Near, not normal

    • Paralysis, stroke

    • Back, again

    • Falling

    Correct Answer
    A. Near, not normal
    Explanation
    The word "near" refers to something close or in proximity to something else. In this context, it suggests that the condition being described is close to or similar to something else. The phrase "not normal" indicates that the condition is abnormal or deviates from what is considered typical or usual. Therefore, the correct answer implies that the condition being discussed is similar to something else but is not normal or typical.

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  • 28. 

    Sphygmo

    • Backward

    • Transmission

    • Suture

    • Pulse

    Correct Answer
    A. Pulse
    Explanation
    The word "sphygmo" suggests a connection to the medical term "sphygmomanometer," which is used to measure blood pressure. "Backward transmission" and "suture" do not have any direct association with the word "sphygmo." However, "pulse" is closely related because a pulse is the rhythmic throbbing of arteries caused by the regular contraction and expansion of the heart. Therefore, "pulse" is the most appropriate answer in this context.

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  • 29. 

    Xeno

    • Foreign

    • Distance

    • Swift, fast

    • Together

    Correct Answer
    A. Foreign
    Explanation
    The word "foreign" is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given options that relates to something being from another country or culture. The other words, such as "xeno," "distance," "swift," and "together," do not have the same meaning or connotation as "foreign." Therefore, "foreign" is the most appropriate choice among the given options.

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  • 30. 

    Rrhaphy

    • Suture

    • Rupture

    • Disease

    • Deficiency

    Correct Answer
    A. Suture
    Explanation
    The correct answer is suture. Suture refers to the act of stitching or sewing together a wound or incision. It is commonly used in surgical procedures to close and secure tissues. The other options, rupture, disease, and deficiency, do not have the same meaning or association with the concept of stitching or sewing.

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  • 31. 

    Phoresis

    • Rupture

    • Suture

    • Exam

    • Transmission

    Correct Answer
    A. Transmission
    Explanation
    The word "transmission" refers to the act or process of transmitting or sending something from one place to another. In the given list of words, "transmission" is the only word that relates to the movement or transfer of something. "Phoresis" refers to a type of symbiotic relationship, "rupture" refers to a break or burst, "suture" refers to stitching or sewing, and "exam" refers to an examination or test. Therefore, "transmission" is the most fitting word in the context of movement or transfer.

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  • 32. 

    Ptosis

    • Lifting up

    • Backward

    • Falling

    • Half

    Correct Answer
    A. Falling
    Explanation
    Ptosis refers to the drooping or falling of a body part, typically an eyelid. This condition occurs when the muscles responsible for lifting the eyelid weaken or become damaged, causing the eyelid to hang lower than normal. Therefore, the correct answer is "falling" as it accurately describes the characteristic feature of ptosis.

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  • 33. 

    Xero

    • Wet

    • Dry

    • Thick

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. Dry
    Explanation
    The word "xero" does not have any clear meaning or association with the other words listed. However, "dry" stands out as the only word that is the opposite of "wet" and "thick", making it the odd one out in the group.

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  • 34. 

    Pachy

    • Thin

    • Thick

    • Layered

    • Pulse

    Correct Answer
    A. Thick
    Explanation
    The word "thick" is the correct answer because it is the opposite of "thin" and "layered." "Pachy" typically means thick or bulky, so it makes sense that the correct answer would be a word that describes something that is not thin or layered. "Pulse" is unrelated to the other words and does not fit the context, so it is not the correct answer.

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