The prefix in abnormal means:

A) condition.
B) pertaining to.
C) destruction.
D) away from.


D
Explanation:
A) The suffix -osis means condition.
B) Many suffixes mean pertaining to, such as -al or -ac.
C) The suffix -tripsy means to crush or destroy.
D) Correct.

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