A grooved instrument used to guide the direction and depth of a surgical incision is a(n)

obturator
scalpel
director
applicator


director

Rationale: A scalpel is used for cutting into tissue, while an obturator is used to close an opening and may be placed within a director. An applicator is used for placing substances onto a surface or taking samples from a surface.

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Which of the following is a correct example of a part of the inside address of a business letter? 

A. Ms. Paula Jordan B. 233 West Newhouse St. C. Plainview, N.J. D. 233 W. Newhouse St.

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A. fatty (adipose) tissue. B. ligaments. C. bone and cartilage. D. none of the above.

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