The flap of ________ cartilage that protects the opening of the larynx is called the epiglottis.

Fill in the blank with the correct word.


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Which of the following statements regarding protected stair enclosures is LEAST accurate?

A. Light and fire protection devices are permitted. B. They have a required interior finish classification. C. They are rarely isolated from the rest of the building. D. They are highly protected parts of the means of egress.

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Where should pressure-relief valves be placed?

A. On every other length of pipe B. On every length of pipe over 5 feet (1.5 m) long C. On every length of pipe between two shutoff valves D. On every other length of pipe between two shutoff valves

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Veins carry blood toward the heart, and arteries carry blood away from the heart.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Some medicines must be protected from

air light All of these answers cold

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