Prostate cancer risk

A) has no correlation to family history.
B) is highest among Latino men.
C) is not affected by diet.
D) increases dramatically with age.


Answer: D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The combining form that means pouring is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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