Involuntary, repetitive, alternating movement of a body part is called:

A) paresthesia.
B) syncope.
C) tremor.
D) palsy.


C) tremor.
A tremor is an involuntary, repetitive, alternating movement of a body part.
Paresthesia is an abnormal sensation such as burning or tingling. Syncope is fainting. Palsy is the
temporary or permanent loss of ability to control movement.

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