Lanugo is ________.
A. a consequence of iron deficiency
B. fine, downy hair covering the body to compensate for lack of adequate body fat insulation
C. the body's response to increased synthesis of thyroid hormones to compensate for less kcals
D. cessation of the menstrual cycle
Answer: B
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a. health learning b. adult education c. health literacy d. health knowledge
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