In an adult, which of the following bones would be producing the largest number of blood cells?

A. Tibia
B. Sternum
C. Ulna
D. Calcaneus
E. Metacarpals


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of these descriptions best matches the term "external intercostal"?

A) accessory muscle of expiration B) accessory muscle of inspiration C) primary muscle of inspiration D) contraction increases airway resistance E) affects lung compliance

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Which of the following might be injected into a patient who is prone to forming blood clots and therefore at risk of a heart attack or stroke?

A) Fibrinogen B) Thromboplastin C) Fibrin D) Factor X E) Heparin

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