What protein, produced by the liver, begins the clotting process?

A. Thrombin
B. Prothrombin
C. Fibrin
D. Fibrinogen


Answer: B

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The muscle on the back of the upper arm is called the _____.?

A) ?biceps B) ?triceps C) ?deltoid

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The primary curves of the vertebral column are also called accommodation curves, while the secondary curves are also called _____________ curves

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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With respect to the lymphatic system, what do the letters in the acronym MALT stand for?

A.  Membrane-adhering lymphatic T-cells B.  Mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue C.  Multiple-antigen lymphocyte target D.  Multiple-antibody lymphocyte test

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